Consider the following relations for emf of an electrochemical cell: (a) emf of a cell = (Oxidation potential of the anode) – (Reduction potential of the cathode) (b) emf of a cell = (Oxidation potential of the anode) + (Reduction potential of the cathode) (c) emf of a cell = (Reduction potential of the anode) + (Reduction potential of the cathode) (d) emf of a cell = (Oxidation potential of the anode) – (Oxidation potential of the cathode)
Which of the following combinations correctly represents the relation for the emf of the cell?
(a) and (b)
(c) and (d)
(b) and (d)
(c) and (a)
The emf of an electrochemical cell is the potential difference between the two electrodes. It can be expressed in different ways depending on whether standard oxidation or reduction potentials are used:
Therefore, statements (b) and (d) correctly represent the relation for the emf of a cell.
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