Question

represent the galvanic cell in the reaction Zn(s) + Cu^2+ --⟩ Zn^2+(aq) + Cu(s)​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

The galvanic cell in which the given reaction takes place is depicted as:  

Zn(s)∣Zn  

2+

(aq)∣∣Ag  

+

(aq)∣Ag(s)

(i) The negatively charged electrode is the zinc electrode. It acts as an anode.

(ii) In the external circuit, the current will flow from silver to zinc.

(iii) Oxidation at anode: Zn(s)→Zn  

2+

(aq)+2e  

−

 

Reduction at cathode: Ag  

+

(aq)+e  

−

→Ag(s)