On the basis of standard electrode potential values, suggest which of the following reactions would take place? (Consult the book for E V value).
(i) Cu + Zn2+ → Cu2+ + Zn
(ii) Mg + Fe2+ → Mg2+ + Fe
(iii) Br2 + 2Cl– → Cl2 + 2Br–
(iv) Fe + Cd2+ → Cd + Fe2+
On the basis of standard electrode potential values, suggest which of the following reactions would take place? (Consult the book for E V value).
(i) Cu + Zn2+ → Cu2+ + Zn
(ii) Mg + Fe2+ → Mg2+ + Fe
(iii) Br2 + 2Cl– → Cl2 + 2Br–
(iv) Fe + Cd2+ → Cd + Fe2+
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1 Answer
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This is a Long answer type question as classified in NCERT Exemplar
On the basis of standard reduction potential suggested in the reactivity series (ii) reaction can take place as Mg has more negative value of E? cell. Hence, Mg will be oxidized by losing electron and iron will be reduced by gaining electron.
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