E∘ for the cell, Zn(s)|Zn2+(aq)||Cu2+(aq)|Cu(s) is 1.10 V at 25∘C. The equilibrium constant for the reaction, Zn(s)+Cu2+(aq)→Cu(s)+Zn2+(aq) is 1.94×10x. The value of x is
A
−23
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B
37
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C
18
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D
13
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Solution
The correct option is B37 According to Nernst equation Ecell=E∘cell−0.059n log[Zn2+][Cu2+]
At equilibrium, Ecell= 0
Given, E∘cell=1.10V ∴0=1.1−0.0592 log Keq ∴Keq=1.94×1037