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A voltaic cell is constructed with two Zn2+−ZnZn2+−Zn electrodes. The two cell compartments have [Zn2+]=[Zn2+]= 1.9 MM and [Zn2+]=[Zn2+]= 1.00×10−2 MM , respectively.
What is the standard emf of the cell?
What is the cell emf for the concentrations given?
Express your answer using two significant figures.
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