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For the cell: ; V. By which of the following activity, will increase?Electrochemistry Chemistry Question

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For the cell: $Ni \| Ni^{2+} \|\| Cu^{2+} \| Cu$; $E^\circ = 0.77$ V. By which of the following activity, $E_{cell}$ will increase?

Answer: A

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Nernst equation is $E_{cell} = E^\circ - \frac{0.0591}{2} \log \frac{[Ni^{2+}]}{[Cu^{2+}]}$. Decreasing the concentration of $Ni^{2+}$ reduces the value of the logarithmic term, which is subtracted from $E^\circ$, leading to an overall increase in $E_{cell}$. Changing the mass of solid electrodes has no effect. Therefore, correct answer is A.

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