The following redox reaction takes place at 25.0℃  2Au(s) + 3F2(g) → 6F-(aq) + 2Au3+(aq) a. Calculate the E°cell for this redox reaction at 25.0℃. b. Calculate the ∆G° in kJ/mol.

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The following redox reaction takes place at 25.0℃ 
2Au(s) + 3F2(g) → 6F-(aq) + 2Au3+(aq)
a. Calculate the E°cell for this redox reaction at 25.0℃.
b. Calculate the ∆G° in kJ/mol.

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Thequestion deals with the concept of electrochemistry.

redox reaction is the  Reaction in which simultaneous oxidation reaction and reduction takes place.

oxidation occurs at anode and reduction occurs at cathode. both the cells are connected by Salt bridge.

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