Chapter 17, Problem 109QRT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The $\text{pH}$ of the solution has to be calculated.

Concept Introduction:

The standard reduction potential of a galvanic cell may be calculated in terms of standard reduction potential of cathode and anode as the relation mentioned below:

  $E_{\text{cell}}^{\text{o}}=E_{\text{cathode}}^{\text{o}}-E_{\text{anode}}^{\text{o}}$

The $\text{pH}$ of a solution is the negative logarithmic of hydrogen ion concentration in the solution.  Mathematically, it can be represented as follows:

  $\text{pH}=-\log \left[{\text{H}}^{+}\right]$