The emf of the cell reaction Zn(s) + Cu²+(aq)—Zn2+(aq) + Cu(s) is 1.1 V. Calculate the free energy change for the reaction. If the enthalpy of the reaction is -216.7 kJ mol¹, calculate the entropy change for the reaction.

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The emf of the cell reaction
Zn(s) + Cu²+(aq)—Zn2+(aq) + Cu(s)
is 1.1 V. Calculate the free energy change for the reaction.
If the enthalpy of the reaction is -216.7 kJ mol¹, calculate
the entropy change for the reaction.
Transcribed Image Text:The emf of the cell reaction Zn(s) + Cu²+(aq)—Zn2+(aq) + Cu(s) is 1.1 V. Calculate the free energy change for the reaction. If the enthalpy of the reaction is -216.7 kJ mol¹, calculate the entropy change for the reaction.
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