JEE Main 2026 Chemistry question
An electrochemical cell is constructed using half cells in the direction of spontaneous change: Fe(OH)₂(s) + 2e⁻ → Fe(s) + 2OH⁻(aq), E° = −0.88 V and AgBr(s) + e⁻ → Ag(s) + Br⁻(aq), E° = +0.07 V. Which of the following option is correct?
Answer: (A)
Solution
AgBr/Ag (more positive E°) is the cathode and Fe(OH)₂/Fe is the anode (oxidised): Fe + 2OH⁻ → Fe(OH)₂ + 2e⁻. Doubling the
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