A | B | C | D |
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1 × 10-4 | 2 × 10-4 | 0.1 × 10-4 | 0.2 × 10-4 |
(Where E is the electromotive force)
Which of the above half cells would be preferred to be used as reference electrode?
A reference electrode is preferred when it exhibits minimal variation in electromotive force (EMF) with temperature. This characteristic allows the electrode to be used across a broader range of temperatures without deviating significantly from the standard value. Therefore, electrodes with lower rates of change in EMF with respect to temperature (\(\frac{\partial E}{\partial T}\) at constant pressure) are preferred for their stability across diverse temperature conditions.
Electrolysis is the process by which an element is decomposed and undergoes some chemical change under the influence of any electric current. The first-ever electrolysis was executed out by Sir Humphrey Davey in the year 1808. Electrolysis can occur in both Galvanic cells and Electrolytic cells.
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