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The standard reduction potential for Cu 2+ /Cu is + 0.34 V. Calculate the reduction potential at pH=14 for the above couple. K sp  of  Cu OH 2 =1× 10 19
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Options:
  • A -0.22 V
  • B +0.22 V
  • C -0.44 V
  • D +0.44 V
Solution:
2991 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: -0.22 V
When pH=14, [ H + ]= 10 14 and[ O H ]=1 M

K sp =[ C u 2+ ] [ O H ] 2 = 10 19

[ C u 2+ ]= 10 19 [ O H ] 2 = 10 19

The half cell reaction

C u 2+ +2 e Cu

E= E O 0.059 2 log 1 [ C u 2+ ]

=0.34 0.059 2 log 1 10 19 =0.22 V
 

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