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The cell Pt|H2(g, 0.1 bar)|H+(aq), pH=X||Cl(aq, 1 M)|Hg2Cl2|Hg|Pt,
has e.m.f. of 0.5755 V at 25C. The SOP of calomel electrode is 0.28 V, then pH of the solution will be:

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11
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4.5
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5.5
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none of these
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Solution

The correct option is C 5.5
Anode: 12H2H++e
Cathode: 12Hg2Cl2H++Hg+Cl
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12H2+12Hg2Cl2H++Hg+Cl
Ecell=0.5755VEcell=Eocell0.05911log[H+][Cl]P1/2H20.5755=(00.28)0.05911log(10pH×1(0.1)1/2)pH=5.5



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