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Gnesinka
1 month ago
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A galvanic (voltaic) cell contains a copper cathode immersed in a copper(ii) chloride solution and a nickel anode immersed in a

nickel(ii) chloride solution. the two solutions are connected with a salt bridge. write the balanced equation for the galvanic cell. phases are optional.
Chemistry
1 answer:
eduard [2.7K]1 month ago
6 0
To formulate the balanced equation for the galvanic cell, we utilize the oxidation and reduction half-reactions. In the anode, solid Ni undergoes oxidation to form aqueous Ni2+:
     Ni(s) → Ni2+
In the cathode, Cu2+ is reduced, resulting in copper deposition:
      Cu2+ → Cu(s)
We now balance the charges of both reactions by incorporating electrons into the equation side that holds the more significant charge:
     Ni(s) → Ni2+ + 2 e-
     Cu2+ + 2 e- → Cu(s)
In conclusion, we combine the half-reactions to derive the overarching balanced equation for the galvanic cell:
     Cu2+(aq) + Ni(s) → Ni2+(aq) + Cu(s)
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