Cathode: 2 NH4* (aq) + 2 e→ 2 NH3 (g) + H2 (g) Anode: Zn (s) → Zn²* (aq)+ 2 e Anode: Zn; Cathode: Graphite Rod C(s) (Inert) Represent the overall redox reaction that occurs in a dry cell battery. (Use cell shorthand notation.)

Cathode: 2 NH4* (aq) + 2 e→ 2 NH3 (g) + H2 (g) Anode: Zn (s) → Zn²* (aq)+ 2 e Anode: Zn; Cathode: Graphite Rod C(s) (Inert) Represent the overall redox reaction that occurs in a dry cell battery. (Use cell shorthand notation.)

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Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

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