The answer to this question is 5 but please provide an explanation as to how that is the answer! So, this question pertains to a voltaic cell. The initial state of the cell is the following: Cu (s) ,  4.0 M Cu2+ (aq) 9.0 M Cu2+ (aq) , Cu (s) Each of the half-cells has a volume of one liter. How many hours will the cell be able to run at 27 A before it reaches the state of equilibrium?

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The answer to this question is 5 but please provide an explanation as to how that is the answer!

So, this question pertains to a voltaic cell.

The initial state of the cell is the following:

Cu (s) ,  4.0 M Cu2+ (aq)

9.0 M Cu2+ (aq) , Cu (s)

Each of the half-cells has a volume of one liter. How many hours will the cell be able to run at 27 A before it reaches the state of equilibrium?

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