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The standard reduction potential of Zn2+/Zn system is −0.76 V. This means :

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ZnO is reduced to Zn by H2.
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Zn is generally the cathode in an electrochemical cell.
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Zn is generally the anode in an electrochemical cell.
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None of the above.
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Solution

The correct option is D Zn is generally the anode in an electrochemical cell.
The standard reduction potential of zinc is negative (0.76 V). Zn has a high tendency to lose electrons and hence, it forms an anode in an electrochemical cell.

The reaction at anode is as follows:
ZnZn2++2e

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