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Using the standard electrode potentials given in the table, predict if the reaction between the following is possible.
Ag+(aq) and Cu(s)
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Oxidation half reaction is Cu(s)Cu2+(aq)+2e;E0=0.34V.
Reduction half reaction is [Ag+(aq)+eAg(s)]×2;E0=+0.80V.
The net cell reaction is 2Ag+(aq)+Cu(s)2Ag(s)+Cu2+;E0=+0.46V.

Since the cell potential is positive, the reaction is feasible.

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