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Question

In the button cells widely used in watches and other devices the following reaction takes place:

Zn(s) + Ag₂O(s) + H₂O(l) → Zn²⁺(aq) + 2Ag(s) + 2OH⁻(aq)

Determine and for the reaction.

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Solution

= 1.104 V

We know that,

= −2 × 96487 × 1.04

= −213043.296 J

= −213.04 kJ

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