Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The pMg of the solution should be determined.
Concept introduction:
n − number of electrons
K − constant
L − constant
EJ − junction potential
Eref − reference electrode potential
(b)
Interpretation:
The range of Mg2+ activities within which the true value might be expected should be determined.
Concept introduction:
n − number of electrons
K − constant
L − constant
EJ − junction potential
Eref − reference electrode potential
(c)
Interpretation:
The relative error in [Mg2+] associated with the uncertainty in Ej should be determined.
Concept introduction:
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