The voltage of a cell whose half cell reactions are given below is Mg2++2e−→Mg(s); E=−2.37V(anode) Cu2++2e−→Cu(s): E=+0.34V(cathod)
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Q5
During a cell reaction, the following reactions occur at the anode and cathode:
Anode: Zn→Zn2++2e−
Cathode: Cu2++2e−→Cu
Which of the following statement is/are correct?
(i) Oxidation occurs at the anode.
(ii) Zn(s) working as a reducing agent.
(iii) Reduction occurs at the cathode.
(iv) Zn(s) working as an oxidising agent.