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Two half cells have reduction potentials 0.76 V and  0.13 V respectively. A galvanic cell is made from these two half cells. Which of the following statements is correct?
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Options:
  • A Electrode of half-cell potential 0.76 V acts as cathode
  • B Electrode of half-cell potential 0.76 V acts as anode
  • C Electrode of half-cell potential 0.13 V acts as anode
  • D Electrode of half-cell potential  0.76 V acts as positive electrode and 0.13 V as negative electrode
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Electrode of half-cell potential 0.76 V acts as anode
According to the electrochemical series, the electrode with high reduction potential will act as a cathode, and the electrode with more negative reduction potential acts as the anode.

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