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 ELECTROCHEMISTRY
1. The desired amount of charge for obtaining one mole of Al from Al3+ is
a) 96500 C 96500
b) 2 × 96500 C c) 3 × 96500 C d) C
2
2. A certain current liberates 0.504 g of hydrogen in 2 hr. How many gram of copper can be liberated by the
same current flowing for the same time in CuSO4 solution?
a) 12.7 b) 16 c) 31.8 d) 63.5
3. °
If the 𝐸cell for a given reaction has a negative value, then which of the following gives the correct
relationships for the value of ∆𝐺°and 𝐾eq ?
a) ∆𝐺° > 0; 𝐾eq < 1 b) ∆𝐺° > 0; 𝐾eq > 1 c) ∆𝐺° < 0; 𝐾eq > 1 d) ∆𝐺° < 0; 𝐾eq < 1
4. The Edison storage cell is represented as :
Fe(𝑠) + FeO(𝑠)| KOH(𝑎𝑞)| Ni2 O3 (𝑠)|Ni2 O3 (𝑠)| Ni(𝑠)
The half reactions are Ni2 O3 (𝑠) + H2 O(𝑙 ) + 2𝑒 − → 2NiO(𝑠) + 2OH − ; 𝐸° = +0.40 V
FeO(𝑠) + H2 O(𝑙 ) + 2𝑒 − → Fe(𝑠) + 2OH − ; 𝐸° = −0.87 V
Choose the incorrect statement
a) 𝐸anode increases with increase in concentration of OH −
b) 𝐸cathode decreases with increase in concentration of OH −
°
c) 𝐸cell = 1.27 V
d) 𝐸cell increases with increase in concentration of FeO
5. Standard reduction potentials of the half reactions are given below :
F2 (g) + 2𝑒 − ⟶ 2F − (𝑎𝑞); 𝐸° = +2.85 V
− −
Cl2 (g) + 2𝑒 ⟶ 2Cl (𝑎𝑞); 𝐸° = +1.36 V
( ) − −( )
Br2 𝑙 + 2𝑒 ⟶ 2Br 𝑎𝑞 ; 𝐸° = +1.06 V
I2 (𝑠) + 2e− ⟶ 2I− (𝑎𝑞); 𝐸° = +0.53 𝑉
The strongest oxidising and reducing agents respectively are :
a) F2 and I− b) Br2 and Cl− c) Cl2 and Br − d) Cl2 and I2
6. The standard reduction potential for Fe |Fe and Sn2+ |Sn electrodes are −0.44 V and −0.14 V
2+

respectively. For the cell reaction, Fe2+ + Sn ⟶ Fe + Sn2+, the standard e.m.f. is:
a) + 0.30 V b) 0.58 V c) + 0.58 V d) − 0.30 V
7. Electrolytes when dissolved in water dissociates into ions because
a) They are unstable
b) The water dissolves it
c) The force of repulsion increases
d) The force of electrostatic attraction are broken down by water
8. Which ion has exceptionally higher Λ∞ values?
a) H + b) K + c) NH2− d) OH
9. Limiting molar ionic conductivities of a uni-univalent electrolyte are 57 and 73. The limiting molar
conductivity of the solution will be :
a) 130 𝑆cm2 mol−1 b) 65 𝑆cm2 mol−1 c) 260 𝑆cm2 mol−1 d) 187 𝑆cm2 mol−1
10. Molten NaCl conducts electricity due to the presence of :
a) Free electrons b) Free molecules c) Free ions d) Atoms of Na and Cl
11. The emf of the cell, (𝐸Zn2+ /Zn = −0.76 𝑉)
Zn / Zn2+ (1 M) || Cu2+ (1 M) | Cu
(𝐸Cu2+ /Cu = +0.34 𝑉) will be
a) +1.10 V b) -1.10 V c) +0.42 V d) -0.42 V
12. Which represents a concentration cell?
PtH2 |HCl|| HCl |PtH2 PtH2 |HCl||Cl2 |Pt
a) b) c) Zn|Zn2+ ||Cu2+ |Cu d) Fe|Fe2+ ||Cu2+ |Cu
𝑐1 𝑐2 𝑐1
13. In electrolysis of aqueous copper sulphate, the gas at anode and cathode are
a) O2 and H2 b) H2 and O2 c) SO2 and H2 d) SO3 and O2
14. Consider the reaction, 𝑀 𝑎𝑞) + 𝑛𝑒 ⟶ 𝑀 (𝑠). The standard reduction potential values of the metals
𝑛+ ( 0

𝑀1 , 𝑀2 and 𝑀3 are −0.34 V, −3.05 V and −1.66 V respectively. The order of their reducing power will be :
a) 𝑀1 > 𝑀2 > 𝑀3 b) 𝑀3 > 𝑀2 > 𝑀1 c) 𝑀1 > 𝑀3 > 𝑀2 d) 𝑀2 > 𝑀3 > 𝑀1
15. The charge required to liberate one gram equivalent of an element is
a) 96500 F b) 1 F c) 1 C d) None of these
16. What will be pH of aqueous solution of electrolyte in electrolytic cell during electrolysis of CuSO4 (𝑎𝑞)
between graphite electrodes?
a) pH = 14.0 b) pH > 7.0 c) pH < 7.0 d) pH = 7.0
17. In an electrolytic cell, the anode and cathode are respectively represented as :
a) Positive electrode, negative electrode
b) Negative electrode, positive electrode
c) Both positive and negative electrode
d) None of the above
18. The cell reaction is spontaneous, when
°
a) 𝐸red is negative °
b) 𝐸red is positive c) Δ𝐺 ° is negative d) Δ𝐺 ° is positive
19. The emf of the cellMg| Mg 2+ (0.01 M)|| Sn2+ (0.1 M)|Sn at 298 K is (Given, 𝐸Mg °
2+ ,Mg =

°
−2.34 V, −2.34 V, 𝐸Sn 2+ ,Sn = −0.14 V)

a) 2.23 V b) 1.86 V c) 1.56 V d) 3.26 V

20. When an aqueous solution of lithium chloride is electrolysed using graphite electrodes :
a) pH of the resulting solution increases
b) pH of the resulting solution decreases
c) As the current flows, pH of the solution around the cathode increases
d) None of the above
21. In electrolytic purification, which of the following is made of impure metal?
a) Anode b) Cathode c) Both (a) and (b) d) None of these
22. −1 −1
The specific conductivity of 0.1 N KCl solution is 0.0129 Ω cm . The resistance of the solution in the cell
100Ω. The cell constant of the cell will be
a) 1.10 b) 1.29 c) 0.56 d) 2.80
23. Which graph correctly correlates 𝐸Cell as a function of concentrations for the cell (for different values of M
and Mʹ)?
Zn(𝑠) + Cu2+ (𝑀) ⟶ Zn2+ (𝑀ʹ) + Cu(𝑠);
𝐸°Cell = 1.10 𝑉
[Zn2+ ]
𝑋 − axis ∶ log10 , 𝑌 − axis ∶ 𝐸Cell
[Cu2+ ]

a) b) c) d)

24. In acidic medium MnO− 2+

4 is converted to Mn . The quantity of electricity in faraday required to reduce 0.5
mole of MnO− 4 to Mn
2+
would be
a) 2.5 b) 5 c) 1 d) 0.5
25. In electrolysis, oxidation takes place at:
a) Anode
b) Cathode
c) The anode as well as cathode
d) The surface of electrolyte solution
26. A depolariser used in dry cell batteries is :
a) Ammonium chloride b) Manganese dioxide c) Potassium hydroxide d) Sodium phosphate
27. The 𝐸°𝑀3+/𝑀2+ values for Cr, Mn, Fe and Co are −0.41, +1.57, +0.77and+1.97 V respectively. For which
one of these metals, the change in oxidation state from +2 to +3 is easiest?
a) Fe b) Mn c) Co d) Cr
28. The standard reduction electrode potential values of the elements 𝐴, 𝐵 and 𝐶 are + 0.68, ⎯2.50 and ⎯ 0.50
V respectively. The order of their reducing power is :
a) 𝐴 > 𝐵 > 𝐶 b) 𝐴 > 𝐶 > 𝐵 c) 𝐶 > 𝐵 > 𝐴 d) 𝐵 > 𝐶 > 𝐴
29. The number of electrons involved in the reaction when a faraday of electricity is passed through an
electrolyte in solution is :
a) 12 × 1046 b) 96500 c) 8 × 1016 d) 6.02 × 1023
30. The electrolysis of a solution resulted in the formation of H2 at the cathode and Cl2 at the anode. The liquid
is:
a) Pure water
b) H2 SO4 solution
c) NaCl solution in water
d) CuCl2 solution in water
31. The passage of electricity in the Daniell cell when Zn and Cu electrodes are connected:
a) From Cu to Zn inside the cell
b) From Cu to Zn outside the cell
c) From Zn to Cu outside the cell
d) None of the above
32. Ni / Ni2+ [1.0 M] || Au3+ [1.0 M] / Au where 𝐸 °
for Ni2+ /Ni is − 0.250 V; and 𝐸 ° for
Au3+ / Auis 0.150 V. The emf of the cell is
a) +1.25 V b) -1.75 V c) +1.75 V d) +0.4 V
33. The product obtained at anode when 50% H2 SO4 aqueous solution is electrolysed using platinum
electrodes is
a) H2 SO3 b) H2 S2 O8 c) O2 d) H2
34. The approximate e.m.f. of a dry cell is :
a) 2.0 V b) 1.2 V c) 6 V d) 1.5 V
35. 𝐸1 , 𝐸2 , and 𝐸3 are the emfs of the following three galvanic cells respectively
I. Zn (s) | 𝑍𝑛2+ (0.1 M) || Cu2+ (1 M) | Cu (s)
II. Zn (s) | 𝑍𝑛2+ (1 M) || Cu2+ (1 M) | Cu (s)
III. Zn (s) | 𝑍𝑛2+ (1 M) || Cu2+ (0.1 M) | Cu (s)
Which one of the following is true?
a) 𝐸2 > 𝐸1 > 𝐸3 b) 𝐸1 > 𝐸2 > 𝐸3 c) 𝐸3 > 𝐸1 > 𝐸2 d) 𝐸3 > 𝐸2 > 𝐸1
36. The fraction of the total current carried by an ion is known as:
a) Transport number of that ion
b) Conductance of that ion
c) Both(a) and (b)
d) None of the above
37. In a galvanic cell, which is wrong?
a) Anode has negative polarity
b) Cathode has positive polarity
c) Reduction takes place at anode
d) Reduction takes place at cathode
38. The rusting of iron takes place as follows
1
2H + + 2e− + O2 ⟶ H2 O(𝑙 );
2
𝐸 ° = +1.23 𝑉
 Fe2+ + 2e− ⟶ Fe (s); 𝐸 ° = −0.44 𝑉
Calculate Δ𝐺° for the net process.
a) -322 kJ mol−1 b) -161 kJ mol−1 c) -152 kJ mol−1 d) -76 kJ mol−1
39. What weight of copper will be deposited by passing 2 faraday of electricity through a solution of Cu(II)
salt?
a) 35.6 g b) 63.5 g c) 6.35 g d) 3.56 g
40. Chlorine cannot displace :
a) Fluorine from NaF b) Iodine from NaI c) Bromine from NaBr d) None of these
41. For Acell reaction involving Atwo-electron change, the standard emf of the cell is found to be 0.295 V at
25℃. The equilibrium constant of the reaction at 25 ℃ will be
a) 1 × 10−10 b) 29.5 × 10−2 c) 10 d) 1 × 1010
42. The resistance of a decinormal solution of a salt occupying a volume between two platinum electrodes
1.80 cm apart and 5.4 cm2 in area was formed to be 32 ohm. The specific and equivalent conductivity
respectively in their proper units are :
a) 104.1 and 0.0104 b) 208.2 and 0.0208 c) 0.0104 and 104.0 d) None of these
43. The value of equilibrium constant for a feasible cell reaction is :
a) < 1 b) Zero c) = 1 d) > 1
44. At 25°C, the standard e.m.f. of cell having reactions involving a two electron change is found to be 0.295 V.
The equilibrium constant of the reaction is :
a) 29.5 × 10−2 b) 10 c) 1010 d) 29.5 × 1010
45. 𝐸 ° for Fe2+ + 2e− → Fe is -0.44 V and 𝐸 ° for
Zn2+ + 2e− → Zn is -0.76 V thus
a) Zn is more electropositive than Fe b) Zn is more electronegative than Fe
c) Fe is more electropositive than Zn d) None of the above
46. A certain quantity of electricity is passed through aqueous solution of AgNO3 and CuSO4 connected in
series. If Ag (at.wt.108) deposited at the cathode is 1.08 g then Cu deposited at the cathode is (at. wt. of Cu
is 63.53 ):
a) 6.354 g b) 0.317 g c) 0.6354 g d) 3.177 g
47. − +
I2 (𝑠)| I (0.1 M)half-cell is connected to a H (𝑎𝑞)| H2 (1 bar)| Pt half-cell and emf is found to be 0.7714 V.
If 𝐸I°2/I− = 0.535 V, find the pH ofH + /H2 half-cell
a) 1 b) 2 c) 3 d) 5
48. The 𝐸𝑀3+/𝑀2+ values for Cr, Mn, Fe and Co are -0.41 V, +1.57 V, +0.77 V and +1.97 V respectively. For
°

which one of these metals the change in oxidation state from +2 to +3 is easiest?
a) Cr b) Mn c) Fe d) Co
49. In which cell, liquid function potential need to be eliminated?
a) Pt/H2 (P1) |HCl|Pt/H2 (P2 )
b) Pt/H2 | HCl
𝑐1
| HCl| Pt/H2
𝑐2
c) Nicad cell
d) Lead storage battery
50. Which one of the following nitrates will leave behind Ametal on strong heating?
a) Ferric nitrate b) Copper nitrate c) Manganese nitrate d) Silver nitrate
51. °
𝐸𝐶𝑢 °
= 0.34 𝑉 , 𝐸𝑍𝑛 = 0.76 𝑉.ADaniel cell contains 0.1 M ZnSO4 solution and 0.01 M CuSO4 solution at its
electrodes. EMF of the cell is
a) 1.10 V b) 1.04 V c) 1.16 V d) 1.07 V
52. ° 2+ 2+
The 𝐸 ofFe / Fe and Sn /Sn are -0.44 V and -0.14 V respectively. If cell reaction is
Fe + Sn2+ → Fe2+ + Sn
then emf of the cell is
a) +0.30 V b) -0.58 V c) +0.58 V d) -0.30 V
53. Electrolysis rules of Faraday’s states that mass deposited on electrode is proportional to
 a) Q b) Q2 c) 𝐼2 d) None of these
54. A silver cup is plated with silver by passing 965 C of electricity. The amount of Ag deposited is
a) 107.89 g b) 9.89 g c) 1.0002 g d) 1.08 g
55. The molecular conductivity and equivalent conductivity are same for the solution of :
a) 1 𝑀 NaCl b) 1 𝑀 Ba(NO3 )2 c) 1 𝑀 La(NO3 )3 d) 1 𝑀 Th(NO3 )4
56. Dipping iron article into a strongly alkaline solution of sodium phosphate
a) Does not affect the article b) Forms Fe2 O3 . 𝑥H2 O on the surface
c) Forms iron phosphate film d) Forms ferric hydroxide
57. When an electric current is passed through an aqueous solution of sodium chloride :
a) H2 is evolved at the anode
b) Oxygen is evolved at the cathode
c) Its pH progressively decreases
d) Its pH progressively increases
58. The cell reaction of the galvanic cell
Cu (𝑠) | Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) || Hg2+ (𝑎𝑞) | Hg (𝑙) is
a) Hg + Cu2+ ⟶ Hg 2+ + Cu b) Hg + Cu2+ ⟶ Cu+ + Hg +
c) Cu + Hg → CuHg d) Cu + Hg 2+ ⟶ Cu2+ + Hg
59. Calculate the volume of hydrogen at NTP obtained by passing a current of 0.4 ampere through acidified
water for 30 minute :
a) 0.0836 litre b) 0.1672 litre c) 0.0432 litre d) 0.836 litre
60. The standard emf of a cell involving one electron change is found to be 0.591 V and 25 ℃. The equilibrium
constant of the reaction is (𝐹 = 96500 C mol−1 )
a) 1.0 × 101 b) 1.0 × 105 c) 1.0 × 1010 d) 1.0 × 1030
61. The relationship between Gibbs’ free energy change (Δ𝐺) and emf (𝐸) of a reversible electrochemical cell
is given by
a) 𝛥𝐺 = 𝑛𝐹𝐸 b) 𝛥𝐺 = 𝑛𝐹/𝐸 c) 𝛥𝐺 = −𝑛𝐹𝐸 d) 𝛥𝐺 = 𝐸/𝑛𝐹
62. The reduction electrode potential, E of 0.1 M solution of 𝑀+ ions
(𝐸𝑅𝑃 = −2.36 𝑉) is
a) -4.82 V b) -2.41 V c) +2.41 V d) None of these
63. Passage of 1 faraday of electricity through a solution of CuSO4 , deposits :
a) 1 mole of Cu b) 1 g-atom of Cu c) 1 molecule of Cu d) 1 g equivalent of Cu
64. −1
The conductivity of 𝑁/50 solution of KCl in a cell at 25 C is 0.002765 mho cm . If the resistance of a cell
0

containing this solution is 400 ohm, the cell constant is :

a) 1.106 cm b) 1.106 cm−1 c) 1 cm d) 1 cm−1
65. The equilibrium constant for the reaction given below at 298 K is :
Zn(𝑠) + Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) ⟶ Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Fe(𝑠);
°
𝐸cell = 2905 V at 298 K
a) 𝑒 0.32/0.0295 b) 100.595/0.76 c) 100.0250/0.32 d) 100.32/0.295
66. When the sample of copper with zinc impurity is to be purified by electrolysis, the appropriate electrodes
are
Cathode Anode
a) Pure zinc pure copper
b) Impure sample pure copper
c) Impure zinc impure sample
d) Pure copper impure sample
67. A current of 12 A is passed through an electrolytic cell containing aqueous NiSO4 solution. Both Ni and H2
gas are formed at the cathode. The current efficiency is 60%. What is the mass of nickel deposited on the
cathode per hour?
a) 7.883 g b) 3.941 g c) 5.91 g d) 2.645 g
68. 10−2 g atom of Ag can be oxidised to Ag + during the electrolysis of AgNO3 solution using silver electrode
 by :
a) 965 coulomb b) 96500 coulomb c) 9650 coulomb d) 96.500 coulomb
69. A gas 𝑋 at 1 atm is bubbled through a solution containing a mixture of 1 M 𝑦 and 1 M 𝓏 − at 25℃. If the
−

order of reduction potential is 𝓏 > 𝑦 > 𝑥 then

a) 𝑦 will oxidize 𝑥 and not 𝓏 b) 𝑦 will oxidize 𝑥 and 𝓏
c) 𝑦 will oxidize 𝓏 and not 𝑥 d) 𝑦 will reduce both 𝑥 and 𝓏
70. Which one of the following solutions will have highest conductivity?
a) 0.1 M CH3 COOH b) 0.1 M NaCl c) 0.1 M KNO3 d) 0.1 M HCl
71. A current of strength 2.5 A was passed through CuSO4 solution for 6 min 26 s. The amount of copper
deposited is (At. Wt. of Cu = 63.5, 1F = 96500 C)
a) 0.3175 g b) 3.175 g c) 0.635 g d) 6.35 g
72. A student made the following observations in the laboratory,
i) Clean copper metal did not react with 1 molar Pb(NO3 )2 solution.
ii) Clean lead metal dissolved in a 1 molar AgNO3 solution and crystals of Ag metal appeared.
iii) Clean silver metal did not react with 1 molar Cu(NO3 )2 solution.
The order of decreasing reducing character of the three metals is :
a) Cu, Pb, Ag b) Cu, Ag, Pb c) Pb, Cu, Ag d) Pb, Ag, Cu
73. 2+ 2+ ( )
The e.m.f. of the cell Zn | Zn (1 𝑀)|| Cu |Cu 1𝑀 is 1.1 volt. If the standard reduction potential of
Zn2− | Zn is − 0.78 volt, what is the oxidation potential of Cu | Cu2+ ?
a) + 1.86 V b) 0.32 V c) − 0.32 V d) −1.86 V
74. Standard reduction electrode potentials of three metals 𝐴, 𝐵 and 𝐶 are respectively + 0.5 V, − 3.0 V and –
1.2 V. The reducing powers of these metals are
a) A > 𝐵 > 𝐶 b) C > 𝐵 > 𝐴 c) A > 𝐶 > 𝐵 d) B > 𝐶 > 𝐴
75. Quantity of charge is measured in :
a) ampere-sec. b) ampere c) ampere sec −1 . d) amphere−1 sec.
76. Which of the following will form a cell with the highest voltage?
a) 0.1 M Ag + , 2 M Co2+ b) 2 M Ag + , 2 M Co2+ c) 1 M Ag + , 1 M Co2+ d) 2 M Ag + , 0.1 M Co2+
77. When electric current is passed through acidified water for 1930 s, 1120mL of H2 gas is collected (at STP)
at the cathode. What is the current passed in amperes?
a) 0.05 b) 0.50 c) 5.0 d) 50
78. In which of the following pairs, the constants/ quantities are not mathematically related to each other?
a) Gibbs free energy and standard cell potential
b) Equilibrium constant and standard cell potential
c) Rate constant and activation energy
d) Rate constant and standard cell potential
79. The charge required for reduction of 1 mole of Cr2 O2−7 ions to Cr
3+
is
a) 96500 C b) 2 × 96500 C c) 3 × 96500 C d) 6 × 96500 C
80. Cell constant has the unit:
a) cm b) cm−1 c) cm2 d) cm sec −1
81. The resistance of 0.01 𝑁 solution of an electrolyte was found to be 210 ohm at 298 K, using a conductivity
cell of cell constant 0.66 cm−1 . The equivalent conductivity of solution is :
a) 314.28 mho cm2 eq.−1 b) 3.14 mho cm2 eq.−1 c) 314.28 mho−1 cm2 eq.−1d) 3.14 mho−1 cm2 eq.−1
82. IV. Cu + 2HCl → CuCl2 + H2 (g)
°
[𝐸𝐶𝑢 2+ /𝐶𝑢 = +0.34 𝑉 ]

V. Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl2 + H2 (g)

°
[𝐸𝑍𝑛 2+ /𝑍𝑛 = −0.76 𝑉 ]
1
VI. Ag + 2HCl → AgCl + 2
H 2 (g )
°
[𝐸𝐴𝑔 + /𝐴𝑔 = +0.80 𝑉 ]

Which of the following reaction is feasible ?

 a) (ii) b) (i) c) (iii) d) All of these
83. The standard potential at 25℃ for the following half-reactions are given against them Zn2+ + 2𝑒 − → Zn,
𝐸° = −0.762 V
Mg 2+ + 2𝑒 − → Mg, 𝐸° = −2.37 V
When zinc dust is added to the solution of MgCl2 ,
a) ZnCl2 is formed b) Mg is precipitated
c) Zn dissolves in the solution d) No reaction takes place
84. 1 coulomb of charge passes through solution of AgNO3 and CuSO4 connected in series and the
concentration of two solution being in the ratio 1 : 2. The ratio of amount of Ag and Cu deposited on Pt
electrode is :
a) 107.9 : 63.54 b) 54 : 31.77 c) 107.9 : 31.77 d) 54 : 63.54
85. When lead accumulator is charged, it is :
a) An electrolytic cell b) A galvanic cell c) A daniell cell d) None of these
− −
86. If the ∆𝐺 of a cell reaction AgCl + 𝑒 → Ag + Cl is −21.20 kJ, the standard emf of cell is
a) 0.239 V b) 0.220 V c) −0.320 V d) −0.110 V
87. ⋀∞ClCH2 COONa = 224Ω −1
cm 2
g equiv −1

⋀∞ −1 2
NaCl = 38.5Ω cm g equiv
−1
∞ −1 2 −1
⋀HCl = 203Ω cm g equiv
What is the value of 𝜆ClCH2COOH =?
a) 288.5Ω−1 cm2 g equiv −1 b) 289.5Ω−1 cm2 g equiv −1
c) 388.5Ω−1 cm2 g equiv −1 d) 59.5Ω−1 cm2 g equiv −1
88. When a copper wire is immersed in a solution of AgNO3 , the colour of the solution becomes blue because
copper :
a) Forms a soluble complex with AgNO3
b) Is oxidised to Cu2+
c) Is reduced to Cu2−
d) Splits up into atomic form and dissolves
89. The electrode potential of a glass electrode depends upon :
a) Concentration of chloride ions
b) Concentration of hydrogen ions
c) Concentration of KCl solution
d) None of the above
90. 0.04 𝑁 solution of a weak acid has conductivity 4.23 × 10−4 mho cm−1 . If the degree of dissociation of acid
at this dilution is 0.0612, then equivalent conductivity at infinite dilution is ……mho cm2 eq.−1 ∶
a) 172.8 b) 180 c) 190 d) 160
91. The highest electrical conductivity of the following aqueous solutions is of
a) 0.1 M difluoroacetic acid b) 0.1 M fluoroacetic acid
c) 0.1 M chloroacetic acid d) 0.1 M acetic acid
92. Which one is correct?
a) Ni displaces zinc from its solution
b) Zn displaces iron from its solution
c) Ag displaces copper from its solution
d) Cu displaces nickel from its solution
93. In an electrolytic cell of Ag |AgNO3 | Ag, when current is passed, the concentration of AgNO3 :
a) Increases b) Decreases c) Remains same d) None of these
94. The resistance of 1N solution of acetic is 250Ω ,when measured in a cell having a cell constant of
1.15cm−1 .The equivalent conduction (in ohm−1 cm2 equiv −1 ) of 1N acetic acid is
a) 2.3 b) 4.6 c) 9.2 d) 18.4
95. The standard reduction potential 𝐸 ° for the half reactions are as
Zn → Zn2+ + 2𝑒 − , 𝐸 ° = 0.76 𝑉
 Cu → Cu2+ + 2𝑒 − , 𝐸 ° = 0.34 𝑉
The emf for the cell reaction,
Zn + Cu2+ → Zn2+ + Cu
a) 0.42 V b) -0.42 V c) -1.1 V d) 1.1 V
96. Ionic mobility is equal to:
a) Speed of ions
b) Speed of ion under potential difference of 1 volt
c) Speed of ions under unit potential gradient
d) None of the above
97. At pH = 2, 𝐸°Quinhydrone = 1.30 𝑉, 𝐸Quinhydrone will be ∶

a) 1.36 V b) 1.30 V c) 1.42 V d) 1.20 V

98. The equilibrium constant for the reaction : Cu + 2Ag 𝑎𝑞) ⟶ Cu (𝑎𝑞) + 2Ag; 𝐸° = 0.46 V at 298 K is :
+( 2+

a) 2.0 × 1010 b) 4.0 × 1010 c) 4.0 × 1015 d) 2.4 × 1010

99. For a given cell reaction; Cr + 3H2 O + OCl− ⟶ Cr 3+ 3Cl− + 6OH − , the species undergoing reduction is :
a) Cr b) Cr 6+ c) OCl− d) Cl−
100. If the H + concentration is decreased from 1 M to 10−4 M at 25 ℃ for the couple MnO− 2+
4 / Mn , then the
oxidising power of the MnO− 4 / Mn
2+
couple decreases by
a) -0.18 V b) 0.18 V c) 0.38 V d) -0.38 V
101. The standard e.m.f. of a galvanic cell involving the cell reaction with 𝑛 = 2 is found to be 0.295 V at 25° C.
The equilibrium constant of the reaction is :
a) 2.0 × 1011 b) 4.0 × 1012 c) 1.0 × 102 d) 1.0 × 1010
102. If an iron rod is dipped in CuSO4 solution, then :
a) Blue colour of the solution turns red
b) Brown layer is deposited on iron rod
c) No change occurs in the colour of the solution
d) None of the above
103. Which of the following liberates hydrogen on reaction with dilute H2 SO4 ?
a) Al b) Fe c) Cu d) Hg
104. Agalvanic cell with electrode potential of ‘A’ = +2.23 V and ‘B’ = -1.43 V. The value of 𝐸cell°
is
a) 3.66 V b) 0.80 V c) -0.80 V d) -3.66 V
105. A galvanic cell is composed of two hydrogen electrodes, one of which is a standard one. In which of the
following solutions should the other electrode be immersed to get maximum e.m.f.?
a) 0.1 𝑀 HCl b) 0.1 𝑀 CH3 COOH c) 0.1 𝑀 H3 PO4 d) 0.1 𝑀 H2 SO4
106. Which metal does not give the following reaction?
𝑀 + water or steam ⟶ oxide + H2 ↑
a) Iron b) Sodium c) Mercury d) Magnesium
107. 4.5 g of Al (at. mass 27 amu) is deposited at cathode from Al solution by a certain quantity of charge. The
3+

volume of H2 produced at STP from H + ions in solution by the same quantity of charge will be :
a) 11.2 L b) 44.8 L c) 5.6 L d) 22.4 L
108. In the electrolysis of acidulated water, it is desired to obtain 1.12 cc of hydrogen per second under STP
condition. The current to be passed is
a) 1.93 A b) 9.65 A c) 19.3 A d) 0.965 A
109. The speed of ions during passage of current depends upon :
a) Nature of ion b) Potential gradient c) Dilution of solution d) All of these
110. The best way to prevent rusting of iron is
a) Making it cathode b) Putting in saline water
c) Both (a) and (b) d) None of these
111. The hydrogen electrode is dipped in a solution of pH = 3 at 25°C. The reduction potential of the cell would
be :
a) 0.177 V b) ⎯ 0.177 V c) 0.087 V d) 0.059 V
112. Conductivity (unit Siemen) is directly proportional to area of the vessel and the concentration of the
solution in it and is inversely proportional to the length of the vessel. Then, the units of the constant of
proportionality is
a) S2 m2 mol b) S2 m2 mol−2 c) S m2 mol−1 d) S m mol−1
113. The metal that cannot be produced on reduction of its oxide by aluminium is :
a) K b) Mn c) Cr d) Fe
114. In the concentration cells, the electrical energy is produced due to :
a) Oxidation of fuel
b) Heat energy
c) Chemical reaction
d) Transfer of a substance from one concentration to other
115. How many faraday are needed to reduce a mole of MnO− 2+
4 of Mn ?
a) 4 b) 5 c) 3 d) 2
116. For the cell,
T1 | T1+ (0.001 M) || Cu2+ (0.1 M) | Cu
𝐸cell at 25℃ is 0.83 V. 𝐸cell can be increased
a) By decreasing [Cu2+ ] b) By increasing [Cu2+ ]
c) By increasing [T1+ ] d) None of these
117. In an aqueous solution, hydrogen (H2 ) will not reduce :
a) Fe3+ b) Cu2+ c) Zn2+ d) Ag +
118. How many faradays of electricity are required to electrolyse1 mole CuCl2 to copper metal and chlorine
gas?
a) 1 F b) 2 F c) 3 F d) 4 F
119. Which statement is not correct?
a) Conductance of an electrolytic solution increases with dilution
b) Conductance of an electrolytic solution decreases with dilution
c) Specific conductance of an electrolytic solution decreases with dilution
d) Equivalent conductance of an electrolytic solution increase with dilution
120. The correct value of e.m.f. of cell is given by :
i) 𝐸cell = 𝐸OP anode − 𝐸RP cathode
ii) 𝐸cell = 𝐸OP anode + 𝐸RP cathode
iii) 𝐸cell = 𝐸RP anode + 𝐸RP cathode
iv) 𝐸cell = 𝐸OP anode − 𝐸OP cathode
a) (iii) and (i) b) (i) and (ii) c) (iii) and (iv) d) (ii) and (iv)
121. Zn ⟶ Zn(𝑠); 𝐸 = −0.76 𝑉
2+ °

Cu2+ ⟶ Cu(𝑠); 𝐸 ° = −0.34 𝑉

Which of the following is spontaneous?
a) Zn2+ + Cu ⟶ Zn + Cu2+ b) Cu2+ + Zn ⟶ Cu + Zn2+
c) Zn + Cu ⟶ Zn + Cu
2+ 2+ d) None of the above
122. Reduction potentials of A, B, C, and D are 0.8 V, 0.79 V, 0.34 V and -2.37 V respectively. Which element
displaces all the other three elements?
a) B b) A c) D d) C
123. Given,
𝐸°𝐶𝑟3+ /𝐶𝑟 = 0.72 𝑉 , 𝐸°𝐹𝑒 2+ /𝐹𝑒 = 0.42 𝑉.
 The potential for the cell
Cr/Cr 3+ (0.1 M) || Fe2+ (0.01 M) | Fe is
a) 0.26 V b) 0.399 V c) -0.339 V d) -0.26 V
124. The electroplating with chromium is undertaken because :
a) Electrolysis of chromium is easier
b) Chromium can form alloys with other metals
c) Chromium gives a protective and decorative coating to the base metal
d) Of high reactivity of chromium metal
125. Which of the following is not correct?
a) Aqueous solution of NaCl is an electrolyte.
b) The units of electrochemical equivalent are g-coulomb.
c) In the Nernst equation, 𝑛 represents the number of electrons transferred in the electrode reaction.
d) Standard reduction potential of hydrogen electrode is zero volt.
126. H2 cannot be displaced by
a) Li+ b) Sr 2+ c) Al3+ d) Ag +
127. The standard reduction potential of Zn and Ag in water at 298 K are,
Zn2+ + 2e− ⇌ Zn; E° = −0.76 V and
Ag + + 𝑒 − ⇌ Ag ; 𝐸 ° = +0.80 𝑉. Which of the following reactions take place?
a) Zn2+ (aq) + 2Ag (s) → 2Ag + (aq) + Zn (s) b) Zn (s) + 2Ag + (aq) → Zn2+ (aq) + 2Ag (s)
c) Zn (aq) + Ag (aq) → Zn (s) + Ag (s)
2+ +
d) Zn (s) + Ag (s) → Zn2+ (aq) + Ag + (aq)
128. The amount of an ion discharged during electrolysis is not dependent of :
a) Resistance of solution
b) Time
c) Current strength
d) Electrochemical equivalent of the element
129. The conductivity of a 0.1 𝑁 KCl solution at 230C is 0.012 ohm−1 cm−1 .The resistance of the cell containing
the solution at the same temperature was found to be 55 ohm. The cell constant will be :
a) 0.918 cm−1 b) 0.66 cm−1 c) 1.142 cm−1 d) 1.12 cm−1
130. Reduction potential of four elements 𝑃, 𝑄, 𝑅, 𝑆 is −2.90, +0.34, +1.20and −0.76. Reactivity decreases in
the order
a) 𝑃 > 𝑄 > 𝑅 > 𝑆 b) 𝑆 > 𝑅 > 𝑄 > 𝑃 c) 𝑃 > 𝑆 > 𝑄 > 𝑅 d) 𝑄 > 𝑆 > 𝑅 > 𝑃
131. Which of the following statements are correct concerning redox properties?
I AmetalM for which 𝐸 ° for the half reaction
𝑀𝑛+ + 𝑛𝑒 − = 𝑀, is very negative will be Agood reducing agent.
II The oxidizing power of the halogens decreases from chlorine to iodine.
III The reducing power of hydrogen halides increases from hydrogen chloride to hydrogen
iodide.
a) I , II and III b) I and II c) I only d) II and III only
132. A cell with two electrodes, one of grey tin and the other white tin, both dipping in solution of (NH4 )2 SnCl6
showed zero e.m.f. at 18°𝐶. What conclusion may be drawn from this?
a) The e.m.f. developed at the electrode-solution phase boundary cancels the normal e.m.f.
b) Grey tin being non-metallic ceases to provide a reversible electrode reaction
c) Electrode surface develops a protective layer and the cell develops a very large internal resistance
d) The standard Gibbs energy change of the cell becomes zero
133. Aluminium displaces hydrogen from dilute HCl whereas silver does not. The emf of Acell prepared by
combining Al/ Al3+ and Ag / Ag + is 2.46 V. The reduction potential of silver electrode is +0.80 V. The
reduction potential of aluminium electrode is
a) +1.66 V b) -3.26 V c) 3.26 V d) -1.66 V
134. For I2 + 2e ⟶ 2I − , standard reduction potential = + 0.54 volt. For2Br − ⟶ Br2 + 2e− , standard
oxidation potential = − 1.09 volt.For Fe ⟶ Fe2+ + 2e− , stabdard oxidation potential = + 0.44 volt. Which
 of the following reactions is non-spontaneous?
a) Br2 + 2I− ⟶ 2Br − + I2
b) Fe + Br2 ⟶ Fe2+ + 2Br −
c) Fe + I2 ⟶ Fe2+ + 2I−
d) I2 + 2Br − ⟶ 2I− + Br2
135. When KMnO4 acts as an oxidizing agent and ultimately forms MnO2− 4 , MnO2 , Mn2 O3andMn
2+
then the
number of electrons transferred in each case respectively, are
a) 4, 3, 1, 5 b) 1, 5, 3, 7 c) 1, 3, 4, 5 d) 3, 5, 7, 1
136. For a cell reaction involving a two electron change, the standard emf of the cell is found to be 0.295 V at
25℃. The equilibrium constant of the reaction, at 25℃, will be
a) 10 b) 1 × 1010 c) 1 × 10−10 d) 10 × 10−2
137. Which one of the following has the highest molar conductivity?
a) Diaminedichloroplatinum (III) b) Tetraaminedichlorocobalt (III) chloride
c) Potassium hexacyanoferrate (II) d) Hexaaquochromium (III) bromide
138. Electrode potential of Zn /Zn is – 0.76 V and that of Cu2+ /Cu is + 0.34 V. The emf of the cell constructed
2+

between these two electrodes is

a) 1.10 V b) − 1.10 V c) 2.20 V d) − 2.20 V
139. The standard reduction potentials at 298 K for the following half-cell reactions are given
Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − ⇌ Zn (𝑠); −0.762 𝑉
Cr 3+ (𝑎𝑞) + 3𝑒 − ⇌ Cr (𝑠); −0.74 𝑉
2H + (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − ⇌ H2 (𝑔); +0.00 𝑉
3+ ( − 2+
Fe 𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 ⇌ Fe (𝑎𝑞); +0.77 𝑉
Which one of the following is the strongest reducing agent?
a) Zn (s) b) Cr(s) c) H2 (s) d) Fe2+ (aq)
140. How long (in hours) must a current of 5.0 A be maintained to electroplate 60 g of calcium from molten
CaCl2 ?
a) 27 h b) 8.3 h c) 11 h d) 16 h
141. Use of electrolysis is
a) Electrorefining b) Electroplating c) Both (a) and (b) d) None of these
142. What is the cell reaction occurring in Daniel cell (Galvanic cell)?
a) Cu(s) + ZnSO4 (aq) ⟶ CuSO4 (aq) + Zn(s)
b) Zn(s) + CuSO4 (aq) → Cu(s) + ZnSO4 (aq)
c) Ni(s) + ZnSO4 (aq) ⟶ NiSO4 (aq) + Zn(s)
d) 2Na(s) + CdSO4 (aq) ⟶ Na2 SO4 (aq) + Cd (s)
143. Electr KCl 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝟑 HCl NaO NaCl
olyte Ac
𝚲∞ (𝐒 𝐜𝐦149.𝟐 145. 426. 91.0 126.
𝐦𝐨𝐥−𝟏 ) 9 0 2 5

Calculate Λ∞HOAc using appropriate molar conductances of the electrolytes listed above at infinite dilution
in H2 O at 25℃.
a) 217.5 b) 390.7 c) 552.7 d) 517.2
144. Is the reaction, 2Al + 3Fe ⟶ 2Al + 3Fe possible?
2+ 3+

a) No, because standard oxidation potential of Al < 𝐹𝑒

b) Yes, because standard oxidation potential of Al > 𝐹𝑒
c) Neither (a) nor (b)
d) Data are unpredictable
145. What will be the electrode potential of that hydrogen electrode is filled with HCl solution of pH value 1.0?
a) -59.15 V b) +59.15 c) +59.15 mV d) -59.15 mV
146. The conductivity of a 0.01 N solution is found to be 0.005 ohm cm .The
−1 −1

equivalent conductivity of the solution will be

 a) 5 × 10−2 ohm−1 cm2 equiv −1 b) 5.00 × 10−3 ohm−1 cm2
c) 500 ohm cm equiv
−1 −2 −1 d) 0.5 ohm−1 cm2 equiv −1
147. A correct electrochemical series can be obtained from K, Ca, Na, Al, Mg, Zn. Fe, Pb, H, Cu, Hg, Ag, Au by
interchanging :
a) Al and Mg b) Zn and Fe c) Zn and Pb d) Pb and H
148. The emf of the cell Zn | Zn (0.01 M) || Fe (0.001 M) | Fe at 298 K is 0.2905. The value of equilibrium
2+ 2+

constant for the cell reaction is

0.32 0.32 0.32 0.26
a) 10100.0298 b) 𝑒 0.0295 c) 100.0591 d) 100.0295
149. When Alead storage battery is discharged
a) Lead sulphate is consumed b) SO2 is evolved
c) Lead is formed d) Sulphuric acid is consumed
150. EMF of hydrogen electrode in term of pH is (at 1 atm pressure)
𝑅𝑇 𝑅𝑇 1
a) 𝐸𝐻2 = × 𝑝𝐻 b) 𝐸𝐻2 = .
𝐹 𝐹 p𝐻
2.303𝑅𝑇
c) 𝐸𝐻2 = . p𝐻 d) 𝐸𝐻2 = - 0.0591 pH
𝐹
151. If 𝐸Fe
° °
2+ /Fe = −0.441 V and 𝐸Fe3+ /Fe2+ = 0.771 V, the standard e.m.f. of the reaction Fe + 2Fe
3+
⟶ 3Fe2+
will be :
a) 1.212 V b) 0.111 V c) 0.330 V d) 1.653 V
152. When Zn piece is kept in CuSO4 solution, copper gets precipitated because:
a) Standard reduction potential of zinc is more than copper
b) Standard reduction potential of zinc is less than copper
c) Atomic number of zinc is larger than copper
d) Atomic number of zinc is lower than copper
153. Ionic mobility of of electricity is 1 𝑀 solution of :
a) CH3 COOH b) H2 SO4 c) H3 PO4 d) Boric acid
154. The equivalent conductivity of 0.1 𝑀 weak acid is 100 times less than that at infinite dilution. The degree
of dissociation of weak electrolyte at 0.1 𝑀 is :
a) 100 b) 10 c) 0.01 d) 0.001
+ +
155. Standard electrode potential of cell H2 |H ||Ag |Ag is (Given, 𝐸°Ag+ /Ag = 0.80 V)
a) 0.4 V b) 0.8 V c) 1.4 V d) 1.8 V
156. If the current is passed into the solution of an electrolyte:
a) Anions move towards anode, cations towards cathode
b) Anions and cations both move towards anode
c) Anions move towards cathode, cations towards anode
d) No movement of ions takes place
157. The element that is easiest to be reduced is :
a) Fe b) Cu c) Ag d) Sn
158. Standard reduction potential for, Li | Li, Zn |Zn, H |H2 and Ag | Ag is − 3.05, −0.762, 0.00 and +
+ 2+ + +

80 V. Which has highest reducing capacity?

a) Ag b) H2 c) Zn d) Li
159. What is the quantity of electricity (in Coulombs) required to deposit all the silver from 250mL of 1
MAgNO3 solution?
a) 2412.5 b) 24125 c) 4825.0 d) 48250
160. When 1 faraday of electricity is passed through CuSO4 solution, number of atoms formed is :
a) 6.02 × 1023 b) 3.01 × 1023 c) 2 d) 6.02 × 1023
161. Hydrogen gas is not liberated when the following metal is added to dil. HCl
a) Ag b) Zn c) Mg d) Sn
162. In Ahydrogen-oxygen fuel cell, combustion of hydrogen occurs to
a) Generate heat
 b) Create potential difference between the two electrodes
c) Produce high purity water
d) Remove adsorbed oxygen from electrode surfaces.
163. The sum of the two transport number of ions for an electrolyte is always equal to :
a) 1 b) 2 c) 1/2 d) None of these
164. On passing 0.5 F electricity through molten sodium chloride, sodium deposited at cathode will be
a) 29.25 g b) 11.50 g c) 58.50 g d) 0.00 g
165. A solution of CuSO4 is electrolysed for 10 min with a current of 1.5 A. What is the mass of copper deposited
at the cathode?
a) 2.096 g b) 0.296 g c) 3.029 g d) 2.906 g
166. The correct order of molar conductivity at infinite dilution of LiCl, NaCl and KCl is
a) LiCl > 𝐾𝐶𝑙 > 𝑁𝑎𝐶𝑙 b) KCl > 𝑁𝑎𝐶𝑙 > 𝐿𝑖𝐶𝑙 c) LiCl > 𝑁𝑎𝐶𝑙 > 𝐾𝐶𝑙 d) NaCl > 𝐾𝐶𝑙 > 𝐿𝑖𝐶𝑙
167. Salts of 𝐴 (atomic weight 7), 𝐵 (atomic weight 27) and 𝐶 (atomic weight 48) were electrolyzed under
identical conditions using the same quantity of electricity. It was found that when 2.1 g of 𝐴 was deposited,
the weights of 𝐵 and 𝐶 deposited were 2.7 g and 7.2 g. The valencies of 𝐴, 𝐵 and 𝐶 are respectively :
a) 3,1 and 2 b) 1, 3 and 2 c) 3,1 and 3 d) 2,3 and 2
168. Indicator electrode is :
a) SHE
b) Calomel electrode
c) Ag/AgCl electrode
d) Quinhydrone electrode
169. Molar conductance of electrolytic solution Λ𝑚 is
a) ∝ 𝑙 b) ∝ (1/𝐴) c) ∝ (1/𝐶) d) ∝ (√𝐶)
170. Which metal is most readily corroded in moist air?
a) Copper b) Iron c) Silver d) Nickel
171. Electrolysis of dilute aqueous NaCl solution was carried out by passing 10mA current. The time required
to liberate 0.01 mole of H2 gas at the cathode is (1F = 96500 C mol−1 )
a) 9.65 × 104 𝑠 b) 19.3 × 104 𝑠 c) 28.95 × 104 𝑠 d) 38.6 × 104 𝑠
172. The oxidation potential of Mg and Al are + 2.37 and + 1.66 volt respectively. The Mg in chemical reactions
:
a) Will be replaced by Al
b) Will replace Al
c) Will not be able to replace Al
d) None of the above
173. The weight of silver (eq.wt. = 108) displaced by that quantity of current which displaced 5600 mL of
hydrogen at STP is :
a) 54 g b) 108 g c) 5.4 g d) None of these
174. When during electrolysis of a solution of a AgNO3 , 9650 C of charge pass through the electroplating bath,
the mass of silver deposited on the cathode will be
a) 1.08 g b) 10.8 g c) 21.6 g d) 108 g
175. Thestandardoxidation potentials of the electrodes Ag | Ag + , Sn | Sn2+ , Ca | Ca2+ , Pb | Pb2+ are ⎯ 0.8, 0.136,
2.866 and 0.126 V respectively. The most powerful oxidising agent among these metal ions is :
a) Pb2+ b) Ca2+ c) Sn2+ d) Ag +
176. Pure water does not conduct electricity because it
a) Is neutral b) Is readily decomposed
c) Is almost totally unionized d) Has a low boiling point
177. The minimum equivalent conductance in fused state is shown by :
a) MgCl2 b) BeCl2 c) CaCl2 d) SrCl2
178. A cell necessarily does not contain :
a) An anode
 b) A cathode
c) An electrolyte or a fuel
d) A porous diaphragm
179. The standard redox potentials for the reactions
Mn2+ + 2𝑒 − ⟶ and Mn3+ + 𝑒 − ⟶ M 2+ are -1.18 V and 1.51 V respectively. What is the redoxpotenital
for the reaction
Mn3+ + 3𝑒 − ⟶ Mn ?
a) 0.33 V b) 1.69 V c) -0.28 V d) - 0.85
180. During electrolysis of fused CaH2 , H2 is liberated at :
a) Anode b) Cathode c) Either electrode d) Not at all
181. Total charge on 1 mole of a monovalent metal ion is equal to :
a) 6.28 × 1018 coulomb b) 1.6 × 10−19 coulomb c) 9.65 × 104 coulomb d) None of these
182. For which case Λ values 𝑣𝑠√𝑐 show a straight line?
a) KCl b) HCOOH c) CH3 NH2 d) CH3 COOH
183. Which is not true for a standard hydrogen electrode?
a) The hydrogen ion concentration is 1𝑀
b) Temperature is 25°C
c) Pressure of hydrogen is 1 atmosphere
d) It contains a metallic conductor which does not adsorb hydrogen
184. The laws of electrolysis were proposed by
a) Kohlrausch b) Faraday c) Haber d) Bergius
185. The metal that cannot be obtained by electrolysis of the aqueous solution of its salts is :
a) Ag b) Cr c) Cu d) Al
186. A certain current liberated 0.504 g of hydrogen in 2 h. How many grams of copper can be liberated by the
same current flowing for the same time in a copper sulphate solution?
a) 12.9 g b) 15.9 g c) 31.7 g d) 36.9 g
187. If mercury is used as cathode in the electrolysis of aqueous NaCl solution, the ions discharged at cathode
are :
a) H + b) Na+ c) OH − d) Cl−
188. Specific conductivity of a solution
a) Increases with dilition b) Decreases with dilution
c) Remains unchanged with dilution d) Depends on mass of electrolyte
189. When an electrolytic solution conducts electricity, current is carried out by :
a) Electrons b) Cations and anions c) Neutral atoms d) None of these
190. e.m.f. of a cell in terms of reduction potential of its left and right electrode is :
a) 𝐸 = 𝐸𝐿 + 𝐸𝑅 b) 𝐸 = 𝐸𝐿 − 𝐸𝑅 c) 𝐸 = 𝐸𝑅 − 𝐸𝐿 d) 𝐸 = −[𝐸𝑅 + 𝐸𝐿 ]
191. Which defines the standard reduction electrode potential of Zn ions? 2+

a) Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 ⟶ Zn(𝑠); [Zn2+ ] = 1𝑀

b) Zn(g) ⟶ Zn2+ + 2𝑒; [Zn2+ ] = 1𝑀
c) Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) ⟶ Zn(𝑠) + 2𝑒; [Zn2+ ] = 1𝑀
d) Zn2+ (g) ⟶ Zn(𝑠) − 2𝑒; [Zn2+ ] = 1𝑀
192. Given, the data at 25 ℃ ,
Ag + I− ⟶ AgI + e− ; 𝐸 ° = 0.152 𝑉
Ag → Ag + + e− ; 𝐸 ° = −0.800𝑉
What is the value of log 𝐾sp for AgI?
𝑅𝑇
(2.303 = 0.059 𝑉)
𝐹
a) - 8.12 b) +8.612 c) -37.83 d) -16.13
193. The molar conductivity of HCl, NaCl and CH3 COONa are 425, 188, 96𝑆cm2 mol−1 at 298 K. The molar
conductivity of CH3 COOH at the same temperature is …. 𝑆cm2 mol−1 .
 a) 333 b) 451 c) 325 d) 550
194. In the electrolysis of CuCl2 solution using Cu electrodes the mass of cathode increases by 3.18 g. What
happened at the other electrode?
a) 0.05 mole of Cu2+ ions passed into solution
b) 0.112 litre of Cl2 was liberated
c) 0.56 litreO2 was liberated
d) 0.1 mole of Cu2+ ions passed into the solution
195. When a quantity of electricity is passed through CuSO4 solution, 0.16 g of copper gets deposited. If the
same quantity of electricity is passed through acidulated water, then the volume of H2 liberated at STP will
be [Given , atomic weight of Cu = 64]
a) 4.0 cm3 b) 56 cm3 c) 604 cm3 d) 8.0 cm3
196. Faraday’s laws hold good at :
a) All pressures b) Only at 298 K c) In different solvents d) All of these
197. The standard reduction potentials at 25°C of Li + |Li, Ba Ba, Na Na and Mg 2+ |Mg are
2+ | +|

− 3.05, −2.73, −2.71 and − 2.37 V respectively. Which is strongest reducing agent?
a) Li b) Ba c) Na d) Mg
198. In which cell, electrical energy is converted into chemical energy?
a) Water voltameter b) Silver voltameter c) Coulometer d) Either of these
199. Passage of 96500 coulomb of electricity liberates ….litre of O2 at NTP during electrolysis.
a) 5.6 b) 6.5 c) 22.2 d) 11.2
200. The number of coulombs required for the deposition of 107.870 g silver is
a) 96500 b) 48250 c) 1 d) 10000
201. The units of equivalent conductance, are
a) Ω cm2 equiv −1 b) Ω cm2 equiv c) Ω−1 cm2 equiv −1 d) Ω cm2 equiv
202. For strong electrolytes the plot of molar conductance 𝑣𝑠√𝐶 is
a) Parabolic b) Linear c) Sinusoidal d) Circular
203. The value of Λ𝑒𝑞 for NH4 Cl, NaOH and NaCl are respectively,149.74,248.1 and 126.4Ω−1 cm2 equiv −1 . The
∞

value of Λ∞ 𝑒𝑞 of NH4 OH is
a) 371.44 b) 271.44
c) 71.44 d) Cannot be predicted from given data
204. The standard electrode potentials of Ag / Ag is +0.80 V and Cu+ /Cu is +0.34 V. These electrodes are
+

connected throughAsalt bridge and if

a) Copper electrode acts as Acathode then 𝐸cell °
is +0.46 V
°
b) Silver electrode acts as anode then 𝐸cell is -0.34 V
c) Copper electrode acts as anode then 𝐸cell °
is +0.46 V
°
d) Silver electrode acts as Acathode then 𝐸cell is -0.34 V
205. e.m.f. of cell Ni|Ni2+ (0.1𝑀)|| Au3+ (1.0 𝑀)|Au 𝑖𝑠 … . ., if 𝐸° for Ni2+ |Ni is − 0.25 V, 𝐸° for Au3+ |Au is 1.50 V.
a) + 1.25 V b) −1.75 V c) + 1.75 V d) + 4.0 V
206. The position of some metals in the electrochemical series in decreasing electropositive character is given
as Mg > 𝐴𝑙 > 𝑍𝑛 > 𝐶𝑢 > 𝐴𝑔. What will happen, if a copper spoon is used to stir a solution of aluminium
nitrate?
a) The spoon will get coated with aluminium
b) An alloy of copper and aluminium is formed
c) The solution becomes blue
d) There is no reaction
207. Which of the following statements is correct? Galvanic cell converts
a) Chemical energy into electrical energy
b) Electrical energy into chemical energy
c) Metal from its elemental state to the combined state
d) Electrolyte into individual ions
208. For cell reaction,
Zn + Cu2+ ⟶ Zn2+ + Cu
Cell representation is
a) Zn | Zn2+ || Cu2+ | Cu b) Cu | Cu2+ || Zn2+ | Zn
c) Cu | Zn || Zn | Cu
2+ 2+
d) Cu2+ | Zn || Zn2+ | Cu
209. By passing 9.65 A current for 16 min 40 s , the volume of O2 liberated at STP will be
a) 280 mL b) 560 mL c) 1120 mL d) 2240 mL
210. Consider the following disproportionation
2ClO3− ⇌ ClO− −
2 + ClO4
If the initial concentration of perchlorate ion is 0.1 M what it would be at equilibrium at 298 K?
° °
(𝐸ClO − / ClO − = 0.36 V and 𝐸ClO− / ClO − = 0.33 V)
4 3 3 2
a) 0.1 M b) 0.05 M c) 0.07 M d) 0.19 M
211. When Cu reacts with AgNO3 solution, the reaction takes place is
a) Oxidation of Cu b) Reduction of Cu c) Oxidation of Ag d) Reduction of NO−
3
212. 𝐸° for F2+ + 2𝑒 = 2F is 2.8 V, 𝐸° for 1/2 F2 + 𝑒 = F is:
− −

a) 2.8 V b) 1.4 V c) − 2.8 V d) − 1.4 V

213. Which one of the following solutions has highest conductance power?
a) 0.1 𝑀 CH3 COOH b) 0.1 𝑀 NaCl c) 0.1 𝑀 KNO3 d) 0.1 𝑀 HCl
214. Standard electrode potentials of Fe2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Fe and Fe+ + 3𝑒 ⟶ Fe are ⎯ 440 V and ⎯0.036 V
respectively. The standard electrode potential (𝐸°) for Fe3+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Fe2+ is:
a) − 0.476 V b) − 0.404 V c) + 0.404 V d) + 0.772 V
215. Stainless steel does not rust because
a) Chromium and nickel combine with iron
b) Chromium forms an oxide layer and protects iron from rusting
c) Nickel present in it, does not rust
d) Iron forms Ahard chemical compound with chromium present in it
216. Cu(II)sulphate solution is treated separately with KCl and KI. In which case, Cu2+ be reduced to Cu+ ?
a) With KCl b) With KI c) With both (a) and (b) d) None of these
217. The main function of the salt bridge is :
a) To allow ions to go from one cell to another
b) To provide link between two half cells
c) To keep the e.m.f. of the cell positive
d) To maintain electrical neutrality of the solution in two half cells
218. When 9.65 C of electricity is passed through a solution of silver nitrate (atomic weight of Ag = 107.87
taking as 108), the amount of silver deposited is
a) 5.8 mg b) 10.8 mg c) 15.8 mg d) 20.8 mg
219. The oxidation number of S in Na2 S4 O6 is
a) 2.5 for each S atom
b) +2 and +3 (two S have +2 and other two have +3)
c) +2 and +3 (three S have +2 and one S has +3)
d) +5 and 0 (two S have +5 and other two have zero)
220. 𝐸 ° values of Mg2+ / Mg is -2.37 V, of Zn2+ / Zn is -0.76 V and Fe2+ / Fe is -0.44 V.
Which of the statements is correct?
a) Zn will reduce Fe2+ b) Zn will reduce Mg 2+
c) Mg oxidises Fe d) Zn oxidises Fe
221. Kohlrausch’s law states that at :
a) Infinite dilution each ion makes definite contribution to equivalent conductance of an electrolyte
depending on the nature of the other ion of the electrolyte
b) Infinite dilution, each ion makes definite contribution to conductance of an electrolyte whatever be the
nature of the other ion of the electrolyte
 c) Infinite dilution, each ion makes definite contribution to equivalent conductance of an electrolyte,
whatever be the nature of the other ion of the electrolyte
d) Finite dilution, each ion makes definite contribution to equivalent conductance of an electrolyte,
whatever be the nature of the other ion of the electrolyte
222. What is the potential of platinum wire dipped into Asolution of 0.1 M in Sn2+ and 0.01 M in Sn4+ ?
0.059
a) 𝐸 ° b) 𝐸 ° + 0.059 c) 𝐸 ° + d) 𝐸 ° - 0.059
2
223. Electrolysis involves oxidation and reduction respectively at
a) Anode and cathode b) Cathode and anode
c) At both the electrodes d) None of these
224. The equivalent conductivity of two strong electrolytes at infinite dilution are :
Λ̊CH3 COONa(aq.) = 91.0 S cm2 eq.−1
Λ̊HCl(aq.) = 426.2 S cm2 eq.−1
What additional information one needs to calculate Λ̊ of an aqueous CH3 COOH?
a) Λ̊ofClCH2 COOH b) Λ̊ofCH3 COOK c) Λ̊ofNaCl d) Λ̊of H +
225. In the electrolysis of CuSO4 , the reaction Cu + 2e ⟶ Cu, takes place at :
2+ −

a) Anode b) Cathode c) In solution d) None of these

226. The standard emf of a galvanic cell involving 2 moles of electrons in its redox reaction is 0.59 V. The
equilibrium constant for the redox reaction of the cell is
a) 1020 b) 105 c) 10 d) 1010
227. The amount of silver deposited by passing 241.25C of current through silver nitrate solution is
a) 2.7 g b) 2.7 mg c) 0.27 g d) 0.54 g
228. The conductivity of saturated solution of CaF2 is 3.86 × 10 mho cm and that of water used for
−5 −1

solution is 0.15 × 10−5 . The conductivity of CaF2 alone is :

a) 3.71 × 10−5 b) 4.01 × 10−5 c) 3.7 × 10−4 d) 3.86 × 10−4
229. Four alkali metals 𝐴, 𝐵, 𝐶 and 𝐷 are having respectively standard electrode potential as
−3.05, −1.66, −0.40 and 0.80. Which one will be the most reactive?
a) 𝐴 b) 𝐵 c) 𝐶 d) 𝐷
230. An increase in equivalent conductivity of strong electrolyte with dilution is mainly due to:
a) Increase in ionic molility ions
b) 100% ionisation of electrolyte at normal dilution
c) Increase in both i.e., no. of ions and ionic mobility
d) Increase in no. of ions
231. The number of coulombs required to reduce 12.3 g of nitrobenzene to aniline is
a) 115800 C b) 5790 C c) 28950 C d) 57900 C
232. The cell constant is
𝑙 𝑎 𝜅
a) b) c) 𝑎 × 𝑙 d)
𝑎 𝑙 𝑅
233. The factors which influence the conductance of solution.
a) Solute-solute interaction
b) Solute-solvent interaction
c) Temperature
d) All of the above
234. In a cell containing zinc electrode and standard hydrogen electrode(SHE), the zinc electrode acts as :
a) Anode
b) Cathode
c) Neither cathode nor anode
d) Both anode and cathode
235. The best conductor of electricity is a 0.1 M solution of:
a) Boric acid b) Sulphuric acid c) Acetic acid d) Propionic acid
236. Electrode potential of hydrogen electrode is …….. volt.
a) 0 b) +1 c) -1 d) None of these
237. Which aqueous solution will conduct an electric current quite well?
a) Glycerol b) Sugar c) Hydrochloric acid d) Pure water
238. Use of electrolysis is not done in
a) Production of Na b) Production of water
c) Purification of metals d) Production of KOH
239. Beryllium is placed above magnesium in the II group. Beryllium dust, therefore, when added to MgCl2
solution will :
a) Have no effect
b) Precipitate Mg metal
c) Precipitate MgO
d) Lead to dissolution of Be metal
240. When electric current is passed through an ionic hydride in molten state
a) Hydrogen is liberated at anode b) Hydrogen is liberated at cathode
c) No change takes place d) Hydride ions migrates towards cathode
241. Which of the following electrolytic solutions has the least specific conductance?
a) 0.02 N b) 0.2 N c) 2 N d) 0.002 N
242. During the electrolysis of an electrolyte, the number of ions produced, is directly proportional to the
a) Time consumed b) Mass of electrons
c) Quantity of electricity passed d) Electrochemical equivalent of electrolytes
243. 1.8 g of metal were deposited by a current of 3 amperes for 50 minute. The equivalent wt. of metal is :
a) 20.5 b) 25.8 c) 19.3 d) 30.7
244. Which substance is obtained in the solution on electrolysis of aqueous CuSO4 solution using graphite
electrodes?
a) H2 O b) H2 SO4 c) Na2 SO4 d) Cu(OH)2
245. During the electrolysis of fused NaCl, which reaction occurs at anode?
a) Chloride ions are oxidized b) Sodium ions are oxidized
c) Chloride ions are reduced d) Sodium ions are reduced
246. Which one of the following condition will increase the voltage of the cell represented by the equation?
Cu (𝑠) + 2Ag + (𝑎𝑞) ⇌ Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2 Ag (𝑠)
a) Increase in the dimension of Cu electrode b) Increase in the dimension of Ag electrode
c) Increase in the concentration of Cu2+ ions d) Increase in the concentration of Ag + ions
247. Which will reduce zinc oxide to zinc?
a) Mg b) Pb c) Cu d) Fe
248. The unit of electrochemical equivalent is :
a) gram b) Gram/ampere c) Kg/coulomb d) Coulomb/gram
249. Sn + 3𝑒 ⟶ Sn ,
4+ − 2+ °
𝐸 = 0.13 𝑉
− − °
Br2 + 2𝑒 ⟶ 2Br , 𝐸 = 1.08 𝑉
Calculate 𝐾eq for the cell reaction for the cell formed by two electrodes.
a) 1041 b) 1032 c) 10−32 d) 10−42
250. SI unit of conductivity is :
a) ohm−1 cm−1 b) ohm−1 cm−1 or Sm−1 c) ohm m−1 d) ohm cm−1
251. Ionic mobility of Ag + is
( 𝜆Ag+ = 5 × 10−1 Ω−1 cm2 equiv −1 )
a) 5.2 × 10−9 b) 2.4 × 10−9 c) 1.52 × 10−9 d) 8.25 × 10−9
252. 𝐸𝐹𝑒
° °
3+ /𝐹𝑒 = −0.036 V , 𝐸𝐹𝑒 2+ /𝐹𝑒 = −0.439 V. The value of standard electrode potential for the charge,

Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − ⟶ Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) will be

a) -0.072 V b) 0.385 V c) 0.770 V d) -0.270 V
253. Whether tin can displace lead from aqueous lead bromide solution?
 a) No
b) Yes, because standard reduction potential of Sn <Pb
c) Yes, because standard reduction potential of Sn >Pb
d) None of the above
254. Given the standard reduction potentials
Zn2+ /Zn = −0.74 𝑉, Cl2 / Cl− = 1.36 𝑉
1
H + / H2 = 0 𝑉 and Fe2+ / Fe3+ = 0.77 𝑉
2
The order of increasing strength as reducing agent is
a) Cl− , Zn , H2 , Fe2+ b) H2 , Zn, Fe2+ , Cl− c) Cl− , Fe2+ , Zn , H2 d) Cl− , Fe2+ , H2 , Zn
255. Molar conductivities (Λ̊𝑚 ) at infinite dilution of NaCl, HCl and CH3 COONa are 126.4, 425.9 and 91.0
S cm2 mol−1 respectively. Λ̊𝑚 for CH3 COOH will be :
a) 425.5 S cm2 mol−1 b) 180.5 S cm2 mol−1 c) 290.8 S cm2 mol−1 d) 390.5 S cm2 mol−1
256. KCl(𝑎𝑞) cannot be used as a salt bridge for the cell Cu(𝑠)|CuSO4 (𝑎𝑞)|| AgNO3 (𝑎𝑞)|Ag(𝑠) because :
a) CuCl2 is precipitated b) Cl2 gas is given out c) AgCl is precipitated d) All of these
257. The ionic conductance of Ba and Cl are respectively 127 and 76 Ω cm at infinite dilution. The
2+ − −1 2

equivalent conductance (in Ω−1 cm2 ) of BaCl2 at infinite dilution will be

a) 139.5 b) 203 c) 279 d) 101.5
258. The Gibbs energy for the decomposition of Al2 O3 at 500°C is as follows :
2 4
Al2 O3 ⟶ Al + O2 , ∆r 𝐺 = +966 kJ mol−1 .
3 3
The potential difference needed for electrolytic reduction of Al2 O3 at 500°C is atleast :
a) 5.0 V b) 4.5 V c) 3.0 V d) 2.5 V
259. Which of the following statements (or equation) is correct?
a) The units of cell emf are V. cm−1
𝑛𝐹
b) ∆𝐺 = −
𝐸cell
c) In galvanic cell, chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy.
d) Oxidation state of Mn in potassium permanganate is +6
260. Faraday’s law of electrolysis fails when :
a) Temperature is increased
b) Inert electrodes are used
c) A mixture of electrolytes is used
d) In none of the above cases
261. Conductance ‘𝐶’ (in 𝑆) in directly proportional to the area of the electrode and concentration and inversely
proportional to length of separation of electrode, the unit of constant of proportionality is:
a) S m mol−1 b) S m2 mol−1 c) S−2 m2 mol d) S2 m2 mol2
262. A certain metal fails to liberate H2 gas from a moderately conc. HCl solution. However, it displaces Ag from
AgNO3 solution. Which among the followings may it be?
a) Mg b) Fe c) Cu d) Cd
263. For the cell reaction Fe + 2Fe = 3Fe , which is not possible?
3+ 2+

a) One cell can be constructed

b) Three different cells with different 𝐸cell°
are possible
c) Three different cells with different number of electrons used in redox reaction are possible
d) Three different cells with same ∆𝐺° value are possible
264. Copper sulphate solution does not react with
a) Zinc b) Iron c) Silver d) All of these
265. Rust is
a) FeO + Fe(OH)2 b) Fe2 O3
c) Fe2 O3 + Fe(OH)2 d) Fe2 O3 and Fe(OH)3
266. The conductivity of strong electrolyte
 a) Increases on dilution slightly b) Decreases on dilution
c) Does not change with dilution d) Depends upon density of electrolyte itself
267. An electric current of 𝑐 ampere was passed through a solution of an electrolyte for ′𝑡′ second depositing 𝑃
g of the metal 𝑀 on the cathode. The equivalent weight 𝐸 of the metal will be :
𝑐 × 𝑡 𝑐 × 𝑃 96500 × 𝑃 𝑐 × 𝑡 × 9650
a) 𝐸 = b) 𝐸 = c) 𝐸 = d) 𝐸 =
𝑃 × 96500 𝑡 × 96500 𝑐 ×𝑡 𝑃
268. Cu+ ion is not stable in aqueous solution because of disproportionation reaction. 𝐸 ° value for
° °
disproportionation of Cu+ is (given, 𝐸Cu 2+ / Cu+ = 0.15, 𝐸Cu2+ / Cu = 0.34 V)

a) + 0.38 V b) − 0.38 V c) + 0.49 V d) − 0.49 V

269. The molar conductivities Λ°NaOAc and Λ°HCl at infinite dilution in water at 25℃ are 91.0 and 426.2 S
cm2 /mol respectively. To calculate Λ°HOAc , the additional value required is
a) Λ°H2 O b) Λ°KCl c) Λ°NaOH d) Λ°NaCl
270. The molar conductivity of NaCl, HCl and CH3 COONa at infinite dilution are 126.45, 426.16 and 91
ohm−1 cm2 mol−1 respectively. The molar conductivity of CH3 COOH at infinite dilution is :
a) 201.28 ohm−1 cm2 mol−1
b) 698.28 ohm−1 cm2 mol−1
c) 390.71 ohm−1 cm2 mol−1
d) 540.48 ohm−1 cm2 mol−1
271. If the electrolyte used in problem 4 is Ba(NO3 )2 ,then molecular conductivity of solution is :
a) 628.56 mho−1 cm2 molb) −1
628.56 mho cm2 mol−1c) 6.28 mho cm2 mol−1 d) 6.28 mho−1 cm2 mol−1
272. The equivalent conductivity of KCl at infinite dilution is 130 mho cm2 eq−1 . The transport number of Cl−
ion in KCl at the same temperature is 0.505. The transport number of K + ion is :
a) 0.495 b) 0.505 c) 0.0495 d) Cannot be predicted
273. A cell in which electric current is produced by net oxidation and reduction process is called :
a) Voltaic cell b) Electrolytic cell c) Concentration cell d) None of these
274. Electrolysis of aq. Solution of LiCl shows :
a) pH < 7 b) pH = 7 c) pH > 7 d) No change
275. On the basis of the following 𝐸° values, the strongest oxidizing agent is :
[Fe(CN)6 ]4− → [Fe(CN)6 ]3− + 𝑒 − ; 𝐸° = −0.35 V
Fe2+ ⟶ Fe3+ + 𝑒 − ;𝐸° = 0.77 V
a) Fe2+ b) Fe3+ c) [Fe(CN)6 ]3− d) [Fe(CN)6 ]4−
276. The specific conductance of 0.1 N KCl solution at 23℃ is 0.012 ohm−1 cm−1 . The resistance of cell
containing the solution at the same temperature was found to be 55 ohm. The cell constant will be
a) 0.66 cm−1 b) 1.12 cm−1 c) 0.918 cm−1 d) 1.66 cm−1
277. 20 g of chlorine are evolved in 6 hour from sodium chloride solution by the current of :
a) 5 ampere b) 10 ampere c) 2.5 ampere d) 50 ampere
278. For the electrochemical cell, 𝑀 |𝑀+ ||𝑋 − |𝑋 ,
𝐸 ° (𝑀+ | 𝑀) = 0.44 𝑉, 𝐸 ° = (𝑋 | 𝑋 − ) = 0.33 𝑉 . From this datAone can deduce that
°
a) 𝐸cell = −0.77 𝑉
b) 𝑀 + 𝑋 − → 𝑀 + 𝑋 is the spontaneous reaction
+

c) 𝑀 + 𝑋 → 𝑀+ + 𝑋 − is the spontaneous reaction

°
d) 𝐸cell = 0.77 𝑉
279. The standard reduction potential of the reaction,
H2 O + 𝑒 − ⟶ 1/2 H2 + OH at 298 K is
𝑅𝑇 𝑅𝑇
a) 𝐸 ° = Iln𝐾𝑤 b) 𝐸 ° = − In[PH 2 ]1/2 [OH − ]
𝐹 𝐹
𝑅𝑇 [𝑝𝐻 2 ]1/2 𝑅𝑇
c) 𝐸 ° = − In +
d) 𝐸 ° = − In 𝐾𝑤
𝐹 [H ] 𝐹
280. The correct order 𝐸𝑀 °
2+ /𝑀 values with negative sign for the four successive elements Cr, Mn, Fe and Co is :
 a) Cr >Mn> Fe > Co b) Mn> Cr > Fe > Co c) Cr > Fe >Mn> Co d) Fe >Mn> Cr > Co
281. The increase in equivalent conductivity of a weak electrolyte solution with dilution is attributed to :
a) Increase in degree of dissociation
b) Increase in ionic mobility
c) Both (a) and (b)
d) None of the above
282. Resistance of 0.2 M solution of an electrolyte is 50 Ω . The specific conductance of the solution is 1.3 S m−1 .
If resistance of the 0.4M solution of the same electrolyte is 260Ω , its molar conductivity is
a) 6250 Sm2 mol−1 b) 6.25 × 10−4 Sm2 mol−1
c) 625 × 10−4 Sm2 mol−1 d) 62.5 Sm2 mol−1
283. When electric current is passed through a cell having an electrolyte, the positive ions move towards the
cathode and the negative ions towards the anode. If the cathode is pulled out of the solution :
a) The positive and the negative ions both will move towards the anode
b) The positive ions will start moving towards the anode; the negative ions will stop moving
c) The negative ions will continue to move towards the anode; the positive ions will stop moving
d) The positive ions and the negative ions will start moving randomly
284. Cu+ (𝑎𝑞) is unstable in solution and undergoes simultaneous oxidation and reduction, according to the
reaction
2Cu+ (𝑎𝑞) ⇌ Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Cu (𝑠)
choose correct 𝐸 ° for the above reaction if
° °
𝐸Cu 2+ /Cu = 0.34 V , 𝐸Cu2+ /Cu+ = 0.15 V

a) -0.38 V b) +0.49 V c) +0.38 V d) -0.19 V

285. Standard electrode potential of NHE at 298 K is
a) 0.05 V b) 0.10 V c) 0.50 V d) 0.00 V
286. Agalvanic cell is constructed using the redox reaction,
1
H (𝑔) + AgCl(𝑠) ⇌ H + (𝑎𝑞) + Cl− (𝑎𝑞) + Ag (𝑠)
2 2
It is represented as
Pt | H2 (g) | HCl solution || AgNO3 solution |
a)
Ag
Ag | AgCl(s)|KCl solution | |HCl solution|
b)
| H2 (g) | Pt
c) Pt | H2 (g) | KCl solution || AgCl(s) | Ag
d) Pt | H2 (g) , HCl solution || AgCl(s) | Ag
287. Zn | Zn2+ (A = 0.1 M) || Fe2+ (A = 0.01 M) | Fe.
The emf of the above cell is 0.2905 V. Equilibrium constant for the cell reaction is
a) 100.32/0.0591 b) 100.32/0.0295 c) 100.26/0.0295 d) 𝑒 0.32/0.0295
288. The conductance of a solution of an electrolyte is same as that of its conductivity. The cell used can be said
to have cell constant equal to :
a) 1 b) Zero c) 100 d) 10
289. A conductivity cell has two platinum electrodes of 1.2 cm area, separated by a distance of 0.8 cm. The cell
2

constant is :
a) 0.66 cm−1 b) 1.5 cm−1 c) 0.96 cm−1 d) 0.66 cm
290. A current of 𝑖 ampere was passed for 𝑡 second through three cells 𝑃, 𝑄 and 𝑅 connected in series. These
contain respectively silver nitrate, mercuric nitrate and mercurous nitrate. At the cathode of the cell 𝑃,
0.216 g of Ag was deposited. The weights of mercury deposited in the cathode of 𝑄 and 𝑅 respectively are :
a) 0.4012 and 0.8024 g b) 0.4012 and 0.2006 g c) 0.2006 and 0.4012 g d) 0.1003 and 0.2006 g
291. Out of Cu, Al , Fe and Zn, metal which can displace all others from their salt solution is
a) Al b) Cu c) Zn d) Fe
292. The equivalent conductances of two strong electrolytes at infinite dilution in H2 O (where ions move freely
 through a solution) at 25℃ are given below
Λ°CH3 COONa = 91.0 S cm2 /equiv
Λ°HCl = 426.2 S cm2 /equiv
What additional information/quantity one needs to calculate Λ° of an aqueous solution of acetic acid?
a) Λ° of NaCl
b) Λ° of CH3 COOK
c) The limiting equivalent conductance of H + (λ°H+ )
d) Λ° of chloroacetic acid (ClCH2 COOH)
293. The emf of the cell
Ni | Ni2+ (1.0 M) || Au3+ (1.0 M) | Au
is [E° (Ni2+ / Ni) =-0.25 V and
𝐸 ° (Au3+ / Au) =+1.5 V]
a) 2.00 V b) 1.25 V c) -1.25 V d) 1.75 V
294. The standard reduction potential for Fe /Fe andSn /Sn electrodes are – 0.44 and
2+ 2+
– 0.14 V
respectively. For the given cell reaction, Fe2+ + Sn → Fe + Sn2+ , the standard emf is
a) 0.42 V b) − 0.42 V c) − 0.30 V d) − 1.10 V
295. In Acell that utilises the reaction,
Zn (𝑠) + 2H + (𝑎𝑞) → Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + H2 (𝑔)
addition of H2 SO4 to cathode compartment, will
a) Lower the E and shift the equilibrium to the left
b) Lower the E and shift the equilibrium to the right
c) Increase the E and shift the equilibrium to the right
d) Increase the E and shift the equilibrium to the left
296. Which will increase the voltage of the cell Sn(𝑠) + 2Ag + (𝑎𝑞) ⟶ Sn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2Ag(𝑠)?
a) Increase in size of the silver rod
b) Increase in the concentration of Sn2+ ions
c) Increase in the concentration of Ag + ions
d) None of the above
297. Given standard electrode potentials
𝐹𝑒 2+ + 2𝑒 − ⟶ 𝐹𝑒𝐸 ° = -0.440 V
𝐹𝑒 3+ + 3𝑒 − ⟶ 𝐹𝑒𝐸 ° = -0.036 V
The standard electrode potential (𝐸 ° ) for
Fe3+ + 𝑒 − ⟶ Fe2+ is
a) +0.772 V b) -0.772 V c) +0.417 V d) -0.414 V
298. Normal Al − AlCl3 coupled with normal hydrogen electrode gives an e.m.f. of 1.66 V. The standard
oxidation electrode potential of aluminium is :
a) − 1.66 V b) + 1.66 V c) − 0.83 V d) + 0.83 V
299. Which of the following statements is true for fuel cells?
a) They are more efficient b) They are free from pollution
c) They run till reactants are active d) All of the above
300. The Λ ofNH4 OH at infinite dilution is …. 𝑆 cm2 eq.−1 .Given𝜆∞
∞ ∞ ∞
OH− = 174, 𝜆Cl− = 66 and 𝜆NH4 Cl =
130 S cm2 eq −1 ∶
a) 238 b) 218 c) 198 d) 160
301. The metal that forms a self protecting film of oxide to prevent corrosion is
a) Na b) Al c) Cu d) Au
302. The number of Faraday’s needed to reduce 4 g-equivalents of Cu to Cu metal will be
2+

a) 1 b) 2 c) 4 d) 8
303. The atomic weight of Al is 27. When a current of 5 faraday is passed through a solution of Al3+ ions, the
wt.of Al deposited is :
a) 27 g b) 36 g c) 45 g d) 9 g
304. Which is correct representation for a cell at equilibrium?
a) ∆𝐺° = −2.303 𝑅𝑇 log 𝐾𝑒𝑞.
2.303𝑅𝑇
b) 𝐸° = log 𝐾𝑒𝑞.
𝑛𝐹
c) −∆𝐺° = 𝑅𝑇 ln 𝐾𝑒𝑞.
d) All of the above.
305. Consider the following 𝐸° values
𝐸°Fe3+/Fe2+ = +0.77 V
𝐸°Sn2+/Sn = − 0.14 V
Under standard conditions, the potential for the reaction
Sn(𝑠) + 2Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) → 2Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Sn2+ (𝑎𝑞) is
a) − 0.91 V b) + 0.91 V c) − 0.41 V d) + 0.41 V
306. According to Kohlrausch’s law the limiting value of equivalent conductivity of an electrolyte A 2 B is given
by :
1 1
a) λ𝐴∞+ + λ∞ 𝐵 −2 b) λ𝐴∞+ + λ∞ 𝐵 −2 c) λ𝐴∞+ + λ∞𝐵 −2 d) 2λ𝐴∞+ + λ∞𝐵−2
2 2
307. Standard reduction potential of an element is equal to :
a) + 1 × its reduction potential
b) − 1 × its standard oxidation potential
c) 0.00 V
d) + 1 × its standard oxidation potential
308. Rusting of iron is catalysed by which of the following?
a) Fe b) Zn c) O2 d) H +
309. The equivalent conductivity of monobasic acid at infinite dilution is 348 ohm−1 cm2 eq−1 . If the resistivity
of the solution containing 15 g acid (mol. wt. 49) in 1 litre is 18.5 ohm cm, what is the degree of
dissociation of acid?
a) 45.9% b) 40.2% c) 60.4% d) 50.7%
310. The standard reduction potential 𝐸 for half reactions are
°

Zn = Zn2+ + Ze 𝐸 ° = + 0.76 V
Fe = Fe2+ + Ze 𝐸 ° = + 0.41 V
The emf of the cell reaction
Fe2+ + Zn = Zn2+ + Fe is
a) - 0.35 V b) +0.35 c) +1.17 V d) -1.`17 V
311. If a salt bridge is removed from the two half cells, the voltage
a) Drops to zero b) Does not change c) Increase gradually d) Increase rapidly
312. The standard oxidation potentials of Zn, Cu, Ag and Ni electrodes are + 0.76, -0.34,
-0.80 and +0.25 V respectively. Which of the following reaction will provide maximum voltage?
a) Cu + 2 Ag + (𝑎𝑞) → Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2 Ag b) Zn + 2 Ag + (𝑎𝑞) → Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2 Ag
2+ +
c) H2 + Ni (𝑎𝑞) → 2H (𝑎𝑞) + Ni d) Zn + Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) → Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Cu
313. An apparatus used for the measurement of quantity of electricity is known as a :
a) Calorimeter b) Cathetometer c) Coulometer d) colorimeter
314. For the cell prepared from electrode 𝐴and𝐵; Electrode A ∶ Cr2 O2− 3+ °
7 | Cr , 𝐸red = +1.33 V and Electrode B :
3+ 2+ °
Fe |Fe , 𝐸red = 0.77 V. Which of the following statement is correct?
a) The electrons will flow from 𝐵 to 𝐴 when connection is made
b) The e.m.f. of the cell will be 0.56 V
c) A will be positive electrode
d) All of the above
315. Which colourless gas evolves when NH4 Cl reacts with zinc in Adry cell battery?
a) NH3 b) N2 c) H2 d) Cl2
316. The standard 𝐸red values of A, B and C are +0.68 V, - 2.54 V, - 0.50 V respectively. The order of their
°
 reducing power is
a) 𝐴 > 𝐵 > 𝐶 b) 𝐴 > 𝐶 > 𝐵 c) 𝐶 > 𝐵 > 𝐴 d) 𝐵 > 𝐶 > 𝐴
317. Based on the data given below, the correct order of reducing power is :
Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 ⟶ Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞); 𝐸° = +0.77 V
Al3+ (𝑎𝑞) + 3𝑒 ⟶ Al(𝑠); 𝐸° = −1.66 V
Br2 (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 ⟶ 2Br − (𝑎𝑞); 𝐸° = +1.08 V
a) Br − < Fe2+ < 𝐴𝑙 b) Fe2+ < 𝐴𝑙 < Br − c) Al < Br − < Fe2+ d) Al < Fe2+ < Br −
318. Small quantities of solutions of compounds 𝑇𝑋, 𝑇𝑌 and 𝑇𝑍 are put into separate test tubes containing X, Y
and Z solutions. 𝑇𝑋does not react with any of these. 𝑇𝑌reacts with both X and Z. 𝑇𝑍 reacts with X. The
decreasing order of ease of oxidation of the anions 𝑋 − , 𝑌 − , 𝑍 − is
a) 𝑌 − , 𝑍 − , 𝑋 − b) 𝑍 − , 𝑋 − , 𝑌 − c) 𝑌 − , 𝑋 − , 𝑍 − d) 𝑋 − , 𝑍 − , 𝑌 −
319. What flows in the internal circuit of Agalvanic cell?
a) Ions b) Electrons c) Electricity d) Atoms
320. The standard electrode potential of Zn /Zn andAg /Ag are−0.763 V and+0.799 V respectively. The
2+ +

standard potential of the cell is

a) 1.56 V b) − 1.56 V c) 0.036 V d) − 0.036 V
321. Consider the following 𝐸 values
°

𝐸°Fe3+ / Fe2+ = + 0.77 𝑉

𝐸°Sn2+/ Sn = − 0.14 𝑉
Under standard conditions the potential for the reaction
Sn (𝑠) + 2Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) → 2Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Sn2+ (𝑎𝑞) is
a) 1.68 V b) 1.40 V c) 0.91 V d) 0.63 V
322. The standard electrode potential for the half – cell reactions are
Zn2+ + 2𝑒 − ⟶ Zn; 𝐸 ° = -0.76 V
Fe2+ + 2𝑒 − ⟶ Fe; 𝐸 ° = -0.44 V
The emf of the cell reaction,
Fe2+ + Zn ⟶ Zn2+ + Fe is
a) -0.32 V b) -1.20 V c) +1.20 V d) +0.32 V
323. The reduction potential of hydrogen half-cell will negative if
a) 𝑝(𝐻2 ) = 1 atm and [H + ] = 2.0 M b) 𝑝(𝐻2 ) = 1 atm and [H + ] = 1.0 M
+
c) 𝑝(𝐻2 ) = 2 atm and [H ] = 1.0 M d) 𝑝(𝐻2 ) = 2 atm and [H + ] = 2.0 M
324. Give the products available on the cathode and the anode respectively during the electrolysis of an
aqueous solution of MgSO4 between inert electrodes.
a) H2 (g) and O2(g) b) O2 (g) and H2(g) c) O2 (g) and Mg(s) d) O2 (g) and SO2(g)
325. Which of the following statements is not applicable to electrolytic conductors?
a) A single stream of electrons flows from cathode to anode
b) Show a positive temperature coefficient for conductance
c) New products show up at the electrodes
d) Ions are responsible for carrying the current
326. Which of the following expressions correctly represents the equivalent conductance at infinite dilution of
Al2 (SO4 )3 . Given that Λ∞ ∞
Al3+ and Λ SO2− are the equivalent conductances at infinite dilution of the respective
4
ions?
∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ 1 1
a) 2ΛAl3+ + 3ΛSO2−4
b) 2ΛAl3+ + ΛSO2−
4
c) (ΛAl3+ + ΛSO2−
4
)×6 d) 3 Λ∞ ∞
Al3+ + 2 Λ SO2−
4
327. Conductivity of a strong electrolyte
a) Decreases on dilution b) Increases on dilution
c) Does not change considerably on dilution d) Depends on density
328. Which of the following compounds will not undergo decomposition on passing electricity through aqueous
solution?
a) Sugar b) Sodium acetate c) Sodium chloride d) Sodium bromide
329. Which loses charge at cathode?
a) Ions
b) Cations
c) Anions
d) Both anions and cations
330. An electrochemical cell is set up as follows
Pt(H2 , 1 atm)| 0.1 M HCl | |0.1 M acetic acid |
(H2 , 1 atm)Pt Emf
of this cell will not be zero because
The pH of 0.1 M HCl and 0.1 M acetic acid is b) Acids used in two compartments are different
a)
not the same
c) Emf of a cell depends on the molarities d) The temperature is constant
of acids used
331. Which of the following reactions cannot be Abase for electrochemical cell?
a) H2 + O2 ⟶ H2 O
b) AgNO3 + Zn → Zn (NO3 )2 + Ag
c) AgNO3 + NaCl → AgCl ↓ + NaNO2
KMnO4 + FeSO4 + H2 SO4 ⟶
d)
K 2 SO4 + Fe2 (SO4 )3 + MnSO4 + H2 O
332. The emf of a galvanic cell, with electrode potentials of silver = + 0.80 V and that of copper = + 0.34 V, is
a) + 0.46 V b) + 0.66 V c) + 0.86 V d) − 0.66 V
333. The standard oxidation potentials of Zn and Ag in water at 25°C are,
Zn(𝑠) ⟶ Zn2+ + 2𝑒; 𝐸° = 0.76 V
Ag(𝑠) ⟶ Ag + + 𝑒; 𝐸° = −0.80 V
Which reaction actually takes place?
a) Zn(𝑠) + 2Ag + (𝑎𝑞) ⟶ Zn2+ Ag(𝑠)
b) Zn2+ + 2Ag + (𝑠) ⟶ 2Ag + (𝑎𝑞) + Zn(𝑠)
c) Zn(𝑠) + 2Ag(𝑠) ⟶ Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Ag + (𝑎𝑞)
d) Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Ag + (𝑎𝑞) ⟶ Zn(𝑠) + Ag(𝑠)
334. Amount of electricity that can deposit 108 g of silver from AgNO3 solution is
a) 1 F b) 1 A c) 1 C d) None of these
+
335. Also the [H ] for problem 9 using the same data is :
a) 0.00133 M b) 0.133 M c) 0.0133 M d) None of these
336. A hydrogen electrode placed in a buffer solution of CH3 COONa and acetic acid in the ratio’s 𝑥 ∶ 𝑦 and 𝑦 ∶ 𝑥
has electrode potential values 𝐸1 volt and 𝐸2 volt respectively at 25°C. The p𝐾a values of acetic acid is
(𝐸1 and𝐸2 are oxidation potential) :
𝐸1 + 𝐸2
a)
0.118
𝐸2 − 𝐸1
b)
0.118
𝐸1 + 𝐸2
c)
0.118
𝐸1 − 𝐸2
d)
0.118
337. When an electric current is passed through acidulated water, 112 mL of hydrogen gas at STP collects at the
cathode in 965 second. The current passed, in ampere is :
a) 1.0 b) 0.5 c) 0.1 d) 2.0
338. The hydrogen electrode is dipped in Asolution of pH 3 at 25℃. The potential would be (the value of 2.303
RT /F is 0.059 V)
a) 0.177 V b) 0.087 V c) 0.059 V d) -0.177 V
339. The potential of the following cell is 0.34 V at 25℃. Calculate the standard reduction potential of the
 copper half-cell.
Pt | H2 (1 atm) | H + (1 M) || Cu2+ (1 M) | Cu
a) -3.4 V b) +3.4 V c) -0.34 V d) +0.34 V
340. The hydrogen electrode is dipped in a solution of pH = 3 at 25℃. The potential of the cell would be
2.303𝑅𝑇
(the value of is 0.059 V)
𝑇
a) 0.059 V b) 0.088 V c) 0.178 V d) −0.177 V
341. The apparatus in which electrical energy is converted into chemical energy is known as :
a) Voltameter b) Coulometer c) Both (a) and (b) d) None of these
342. When 1 F of electricity is passed through acidulated water, O2 evolved is
a) 1.0 dm3 b) 5.6 dm3 c) 11.2 dm3 d) 22.4 dm3
343. A current of strength 2.5 A was passed through CuSO4 solution for 6 min 26 s. The amount of copper
deposited is:
(Atomic weight of Cu = 63.5) (1 F = 96500 C)
a) 0.3175 g b) 3.0175 g c) 7.0135 g d) 6.0275 g
344. The potential of the cell for the reaction,
𝑀 (s) + 2H + (1𝑀) ⟶ H2 (g) (1 atm) + 𝑀2+ (0.1 M)’
is 1.500 V. The standard reduction potential for 𝑀+ / 𝑀 (𝑠) couple is
a) 0.1470 V b) 1.470 V c) 14.70 V d) None of these
345. For the cell Zn|Zn || Cu |Cu, if the concentration of Zn and Cu ions is doubled, the e.m.f. of the cell :
2+ 2+ 2+ 2+

a) Doubles b) Reduces to half c) Remains same d) Becomes zero

346. The ionic conductivity of H and OH at 298 K are 349.8 and 198.5 mho cm2 eq −1 respectively. The
+ −

equivalent conductivity of H2 O at infinite dilution is :

a) 548.3 b) 151.3 c) 699.6 d) 54.83
347. The equivalent conductivity of a solution containing 2.54 g of CuSO4 per L is 91.0 Ω−1 cm2 eq−1 . Its
conductivity would be
a) 2.9 × 10−3 Ω−1 cm2 b) 1.8 × 10−2 Ω−1 cm2 c) 2.4 × 10−4 Ω−1 cm2 d) 3.6 × 10−3 Ω−1 cm2
348. Standard electrode potential data are useful for understanding the suitability of an oxidant in a redox
titration. Some half cell reactions and their standard potentials are given below ;
MnO− +
4 (𝑎𝑞) + 8H (𝑎𝑞 ) + 5𝑒
−
⟶
2+ (
Mn 𝑎𝑞) + 4H2 O; 𝐸° = 1.51 𝑉
Cr2 O2− +
7 (𝑎𝑞 ) + 14H (𝑎𝑞 ) + 6𝑒
−
⟶
3+ (
2Cr 𝑎𝑞) + 7H2 O; 𝐸° = 1.38 𝑉
Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − ⟶ Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞); 𝐸° = 0.77 𝑉
Cl2 (g) + 2𝑒 − ⟶ 2Cl− (𝑎𝑞); 𝐸° = 1.40 𝑉
Identify the only incorrect statement regarding the quantitative estimation of aqueous Fe(NO3 )2 :
a) MnO− 4 can be used in aqueous HCl
b) 2 2−
Cr O 7 can be used in aqueous HCl
−
c) MnO4 can be used in aqueous H2 SO4
d) Cr2 O2−7 can be used in aqueous H2 SO4
349. The standard H electrode is written as :
a) Pt, H2 , H + (𝑎 = 1)
b) PtH2 /H+ (𝑎 = 1)
c) PtH2 (g)(1 atm)/H+ (𝑎 = 1)
d) None of the above
350. Standard electrode potential of cell H2 | H + ||Ag+ | Ag is
a) 0.8 V b) -0.8 V c) -1.2 V d) 1.2 V
351. A dilute solution of Li2 SO4 is electrolyzed. The products formed at the anode and cathode, respectively are
:
a) S and Li b) O2 and Li c) SO2 and O2 d) O2 and H2
352. 3 F electricity was passed through an aqueous solution of iron (II) bromide. The weight of iron metal (at.
 Wt. = 56) deposited at the cathode (in g) is
a) 65 b) 84 c) 112 d) 168
353. 5 A is passed through a solution of zinc sulphate for 40 min. Find the amount of zinc deposited at the
cathode
a) 4.065 g b) 8.065 g c) 16.065 g d) 32.065 g
354. Saturated solution of KNO3 is used to make ‘salt-bridge’ because
a) Velocities of both K + and NO− 3 are nearly the same
b) Velocity of K + is greater than that of NO− 3
c) Velocity of NO− 3 is greater than that of K +

d) KNO3 is highly soluble in water

355. The calomel electrode is a :
a) Standard hydrogen electrode
b) Reference electrode
c) Platinum electrode
d) Mercury electrode
356. Calculate the emf of the cell
Cu (𝑠) | Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) || Ag+ (𝑎𝑞) | Ag (𝑠)
Given,
° °
𝐸Cu 2+ /cu = + 0.34 𝑉 , 𝐸Ag+ /Ag = 0.80 𝑉 ,

a) +0.46 V b) +1.14 V c) +0.57 V d) -0.46 V

357. The electrolytic conductance is a direct measure of
a) Resistance b) Potential c) Dissociation d) Concentration
358. On the basis of electrochemical theory of aqueous corrosion, the reaction occurring at the cathode is
a) O2 (g) + 4H + (𝑎𝑞) + 4𝑒 − → 2H2 O(𝑙 ) b) H2 (g) + 2OH − (𝑎𝑞) → 2H2 O(𝑙 ) + 2𝑒 −
c) Fe(𝑠) → Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − d) Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) → Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 −
359. The resistance of N
solution is found to be 2.5 × 103 Ω . The equivalent conductance of the solution is
10
(cell constant = 1.25cm−1 )
a) 2.5Ω−1 cm2 equiv −1 b) 5.0Ω−1 cm2 equiv −1
c) 2.5Ω−1 cm−2 equiv −1 d) 5.0Ω−1 cm−2 equiv −1
360. In a concentration cell :
a) Two electrodes are of different elements
b) Two electrolytic solutions of the same electrolyte but having different concentrations are used
c) Electrolyte of one strength but electrodes of two different concentrations are used
d) Both (b) and (c)
361. Using the following data, for the electrode potentials calculate ∆𝐺°, in kJ, for the indicated reaction
5Ce4+ (𝑎𝑞) + Mn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 4H2 O(𝑙 ) → 5Ce3+ (𝑎𝑞) + MNO− +
4 (𝑎𝑞 ) + 8H (𝑎𝑞 )
MnO− + − 2+
4 (𝑎𝑞) + 8H (𝑎𝑞 ) + 5e → Mn (𝑎𝑞) + 4H2 O(𝑙 )𝐸° = +1.51 V
Ce4+ (𝑎𝑞) + e− → Ce3+ (𝑎𝑞)𝐸° = +1.61 V
a) −36.24 b) −48.25 c) −31.54 d) −19.65
362. During electrolysis of an aqueous solution of Cu2+ sulphate, 0.635 g of copper was deposited at cathode.
The amount of electricity consumed in coulomb is :
a) 1930 b) 3860 c) 9650 d) 4825
363. Each of the three metals 𝑋, 𝑌 and 𝑍 were put in turn into aqueous solution of the other two.
𝑋 + Salt of 𝑌 (or 𝑍) = 𝑌 (or 𝑍) + Salt of 𝑋. Which observation is probably incorrect?
a) 𝑌 + Salt of 𝑋 = No action observed
b) 𝑌 + Salt of 𝑍 = Nothing can be decided
c) 𝑍 + Salt of 𝑋 = 𝑋 + Salt of 𝑍
d) 𝑍 + Salt of 𝑋 = No action observed
364. During the charging of lead storage battery, the reaction at anode is represented by :
a) Pb2+ + SO2−4 ⟶ PbSO4
 b) PbSO4 + H2 O ⟶ PbO2 + SO2− 4 + 2H
+

c) Pb ⟶ Pb + 2𝑒
2+

d) Pb2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Pb
365. Which of the formula given below is correct?
1 1 1 d) All of these
a) 𝜅 = × b) 𝜅 = 𝐶 × c) 𝛬𝑒𝑞 = 𝜅 × 𝑉in mL
𝑅 𝑎 𝑎
366. The number of faraday required to generate 1 g-atom of Mg from MgCl2 is :
a) 1 b) 2 c) 3 d) 4
367. During the electrolysis of molten NaCl solution, 230 g of sodium metal is deposited on the cathode, then
how many moles of chlorine will be obtained at anode?
a) 10.0 b) 5.0 c) 35.5 d) 17.0
368. 1.05 g of lead ore containing impurity of Ag was dissolved in HNO3 and the volume was made 350 mL. An
Ag electrode was dipped in the solution. Pt(H2 )| H+ (1 M)|| Ag+ |Ag
°
The 𝐸cell is 0.503 V at 298 K. The percent of lead in the ore is (𝐸Ag+ |Ag = 0.80 V)

a) 0.033% b) 0.050% c) 0.066% d) 0.13%

369. The equivalent conductivity of 0.05 𝑁 solution of a monobasic acid is 15.8 mho cm2 eq −1 .If equivalent
conductivity of theacid at infinite dilution is 350 mho cm2 eq −1 at the same temperature. What is its
degree of dissociation?
a) 0.04514 b) 0.4514 c) 4.514 d) 0.004514
370. What is the potential of the cell containing two hydrogen electrodes as represented ahead,
1
Pt; H2 (g)|H + (10−8 𝑀)||H+ (0.001 𝑀)|1/2H2 (g)Pt?
2
a) − 0.295 V b) − 0.0591 V c) 0.295 V d) 0.0591 V
371. The standard emf for the given cell reaction, Zn + Cu2+ → Cu + Zn2+ is 1.10 V at 25℃. The emf for the cell
reaction, when 0.1 M Cu2+ and 0.1 M Zn2+ solutions are used, at 25℃, is
a) 1.10 V b) −1.10 V c) 2.20 V d) −2.20 V
372. Four colourless salt solutions are placed in separate test tubes and a strip of copper is placed in each.
Which solution finally turns blue?
a) Pb(NO3 )2 b) Zn(NO3 )2 c) AgNO3 d) Cd(NO3 )2
373. The same amount of electricity was passed through two separate electrolytic cells containing solutions of
nickel nitrate and chromium nitrate respectively. If 0.3 g of nickel was deposited in the first cell, the
amount of chromium deposited is :
(at.wt. Ni = 59, Cr = 52)
a) 0.1 g b) 0.17 g c) 0.3 g d) 0.6 g
374. The molar conductivities of KCl, NaCl and KNO3 are 152, 128 and 111 S cm2 mol−1 respectively. What is
the molar conductivity of NaNO3 ?
a) 101 S cm2 mol−1 b) 87 S cm2 mol−1 c) -101 S cm2 mol−1 d) -391 S cm2 mol−1
375. The degree of ionisation of weak electrolytes is influenced by :
a) Temperature
b) Concentration of electrolyte
c) Nature of solvent
d) All of the above
376. At 25℃ temperature, the cell potential of a given electrochemical cell is 1.92 V. Find the value of 𝑥.
Mg (𝑠) | Mg 2+ (𝑎𝑞)𝑥M || Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) 0.01 M | Fe (𝑠)
𝐸 ° Mg /Mg2+ (𝑎𝑞) = 2.37 𝑉𝐸 ° Fe/ Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) = 0.45 𝑉
a) 𝑥 = 0.01 𝑀 b) 𝑥 < 0.01 𝑀
c) 𝑥 > 0.01 𝑀 d) 𝑥 cannot be predicted
377. The corrosion of iron object is favoured by :
a) Presence of H + ion
b) Presence of moisture in air
 c) Presence of impurities in iron object
d) All of the above
378. The cathodic reaction of a dry cell is represented by
2MnO2 (𝑠) + Zn2 + 2𝑒 − ⟶ ZnMn2 O4 (𝑠)
If , there are 8 g of MnO2 in the cathodic compartment then the time for which the dry cell will continue to
give a current of 2 mA is
a) 25.675 day b) 51.35 day c) 12.8 day d) 6.423 day
379. The standard emf of the cell,
Cd (𝑠) | CdCl2 (𝑎𝑞) (0.1 M) || AgCl (𝑠) | Ag (𝑠)
In which the cell reaction is
Cd(𝑠) + 2AgCl (𝑠)
→ 2 Ag (𝑠) + Cd2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2Cl− (𝑎𝑞)
is 0.6915 V at 0℃ and 0.6753 V at 25 ℃ . The enthalpy change of the reaction at 25℃ is
a) -176 kJ b) -234.7 kJ c) +123.5 kJ d) -167.26kJ
380. The factor which is not affecting the conductivity of any solution is
a) Temperature b) Dilution c) Nature of electrolyte d) None of these
381. The standard reduction potential for the half-cell having reaction
NO− + −
3 (𝑎𝑞 ) + 2H (𝑎𝑞 ) + 𝑒 → NO2 (g) + H2 O
Is 0.78 V. What will be the reduction potential of the half-cell is a neutral solution?
a) 0.78 V b) 0.89 V c) 0.36 V d) 0.59 V
382. Two different electrolytic cells filled with molten Cu(NO3 )2 and molten Al(NO3 )3 respectively are
connected in series. When electricity is passed 2.7 g Al is deposited on electrode. Calculate the weight of Cu
deposited on cathode.
[Cu = 63.5; Al = 27.0 g mol−1 ]
a) 190.5 g b) 9.525 g c) 63.5 g d) 31.75 g
383. 1 volt coulomb is :
a) Equal to 1 joule b) Equal to 107 erg c) An unit of energy d) All of these
384. Cu + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cu; log[Cu ] 𝑣𝑠. 𝐸red graph is of the type as shown in figure where 𝑂𝐴 = 0.34 V, then
2+ 2+

electrode potential of the half cell of Cu |Cu2+ (0.1 𝑀) will be :

0.0591 c) 0.34 V d) None of these

a) −0.34 + V b) 0.34 + 0.0591 V
2
385. If ϕ denotes standard reduction potential, which is true:
°
a) 𝐸cell = 𝜙𝑅 − 𝜙𝐿 °
b) 𝐸cell = 𝜙𝐿 + 𝜙𝑅 °
c) 𝐸cell = 𝜙𝐿 − 𝜙𝑅 °
d) 𝐸cell = (𝜙𝐿 + 𝜙𝑅 )
386. A substance that will reduce Ag to Ag but will not reduce Ni to Ni is :
+ 2+

a) Zn b) Pb c) Mg d) Al
387. The correct order of the mobility of the alkali metal ions in aqueous solution is :
a) K + > 𝑅b+ > 𝑁a+ > 𝐿i+
b) Rb+ > K + > 𝑁a+ > 𝐿i+
c) Li+ > 𝑁a+ > K + > 𝑅b+
d) Na+ > K + > Rb+ > 𝐿i+
388. Calculate the volume of H2 gas at NTP obtained by passing 4 A through acidified H2 O for 30 min is
a) 0.0836 L b) 0.0432 L c) 0.1672 L d) 0.836 L
389. Resistance of a conductivity cell filled with a solution of an electrolyte of concentration 0.1 M is 100Ω. The
conductivity of this solution is 1.29 S m−1 . Resistance of the same cell when filled with 0.2 M of the same
solution is 520Ω. The molar conductivity of 0.02 M solution of the electrolyte will be
a) 124 × 10−4 S m2 mol−1 b) 1240 × 10−4 S m2 mol−1
c) 1.24 × 10 S m mol
−4 2 −1
d) 12.4 × 10−4 S m2 mol−1
390. Ionic mobility ofAg + at infinite dilution is :
(𝜆0Ag+ = 5 × 10−3 𝑆 m2 eq−1 )
a) 5.2 × 10−8 b) 2.4 × 10−8 c) 1.52 × 10−8 d) 8.25 × 10−8
391. The number of electrons passing per second through a cross-section of copper wire carrying 10−6 ampere
:
a) 6.2 × 1023 b) 6.2 × 1012 c) 6.2 × 1010 d) None of these
392. The amount of substance deposited by the passage of 1 A of current for 1 s is equal to
a) Equivalent mass b) Molecular mass
c) Electrochemical equivalent d) Specific equivalent
393. 9.65 C electric current is passed through fused anhydrous MgCl2 . The magnesium metal thus obtained is
completely converted into a Grignard reagent. The number of moles of Grignard reagent obtained is
a) 5 × 10−4 b) 1 × 10−4 c) 5 × 10−5 d) 1 × 10−5
394. Which one is correct relation :
𝜕𝐸
a) ∆𝑆 = ( ) × 𝑛𝐹
𝜕𝑇 𝑃
𝜕𝐸 ∆𝐺 − ∆𝐻
b) ( ) =
𝜕𝑇 𝑃 𝑇
𝜕𝐸 𝜕(∆𝑆)
c) ( ) =
𝜕𝑇 𝑃 𝜕𝑇
𝜕𝐸
d) −∆𝑆 = ( ) × 𝑛𝐹
𝜕𝑇 𝑃
395. A current is passed through two voltameters connected in series. The first voltameter contains 𝑋SO4 (𝑎𝑞)
while the second voltameter contains 𝑌2 SO4 (𝑎𝑞). The relative atomic masses ox 𝑋 and 𝑌 are in the ratio of
2 : 1. The ratio of the mass of 𝑋 liberated to the mass of 𝑌 liberated is :
a) 1 : 1 b) 1 : 2 c) 2 : 1 d) None of these
396. Given, standard electrode potentials
Fe2+ + 2𝑒 − → Fe, 𝐸° = −0.440 V
Fe3+ + 3𝑒 − → Fe, 𝐸° = −0.036 V
The standard electrode potential (𝐸 ° ) for
Fe3+ + 𝑒 − → Fe2+ is
a) + 0.771 V b) − 0.771 V c) + 0.417 V d) − 0.417 V
397. The standard cell potential for the cell is : Zn | Zn 1𝑀 || Cu (1𝑀)|Cu
2+ ( ) 2+

[𝐸° for Zn2+ /Zn = −0.76; 𝐸° for Cu2+ /Cu = +0.34]

a) − 0.76 + 0.34 = −0.42 V
b) − 0.34 − (− 0.76) = +0.42 V
c) 0.34 − (−0.76) = +1.10 V
d) −0.76 − (+0.34) = −1.10 V
398. The speed of migration of Ag + ion and NO− 3 ion are 0.00057cm sec
−1
and 0.00063 cm sec −1 at infinite
dilution. The equivalent conductivity of AgNO3 at infinite dilution is:
a) 140.2 b) 130.1 c) 120.8 d) 115.8
399. In electrochemical corrosion of metals, the metal undergoing corrosion :
a) Acts as anode b) Acts as cathode c) Undergoes reduction d) None of these
400. Which does not get oxidised by bromine water?
a) Fe2+ to Fe3+ b) Cu+ to Cu2+ c) Mn2+ to MnO− 4 d) Sn2+ to Sn4+
401. 3 faraday of electricity is passed through molten Al2 O3 , aqueous solution of CuSO4 and molten NaCl taken
 in three different electrolytic cells. The amount of Al, Cu and Na deposited at the cathodes will be in the
ratio of :
a) 1 mole : 2 mole : 3 mole
b) 3 mole : 2 mole : 1 mole
c) 1 mole : 1.5 mole : 3 mole
d) 1.5 mole : 2 mole : 3 mole
402. In Agalvanic cell, the electrons flow from
a) Anode to cathode through the solution b) Cathode to anode through the solution
c) Anode to cathode through the external circuit d) Cathode to anode through the external circuit
403. Which of the following reactions is correct for a given electrochemical cell at 25 ℃?
Pt | Br2 (g) | Br − (g) || Cl− (𝑎𝑞) | Cl2 (g) | Pt
a) 2Br − (aq) + Cl2 (g) ⟶ 2Cl− (aq) + Br2 (g) b) Br2 (g) + 2Cl− (aq) ⟶ 2Br − (aq) + Cl2 (g)
c) Br2 (g) + Cl2 (g) ⟶ 2Br − (aq) + 2Cl− (aq) d) 2Br − (aq) + 2Cl− (aq) ⟶ Br2 (g) + Cl2 (g)
404. Which gains electrons more easily?
a) H + b) Na+ c) K + d) Mg 2+
405. Two electrolytic cells, one containing acidified ferrous chloride and another acidified ferric chloride are
connected in series. The ratio of iron deposited at cathodes in the two cells when electricity is passed
through the cells will be :
a) 3 : 1 b) 2 : 1 c) 1 : 1 d) 3 : 2
406. Limiting molar conductivity of NH4 OH, i.e.,Λ̊m (NH4 OH) is equal to :
a) Λ̊m (NH4 OH) + Λ̊m (NH4 Cl) − Λ̊m (HCl)
b) Λ̊m (NH4 Cl) + Λ̊m (NaOH) − Λ̊m (NaCl)
c) Λ̊m (NH4 Cl) + Λ̊m (NaCl) − Λ̊m (NaOH)
d) Λ̊m (NaOH) + Λ̊m (NaCl) − Λ̊m (NH4 Cl)
407. Given :
i) Cu2+ + 2e− ⟶ Cu, 𝐸° = 0.337 V
ii) Cu2+ + e− ⟶ Cu+ , 𝐸° = 0.153 V
Electrode potential, 𝐸° for the reaction,
Cu+ + 𝑒 − ⟶ Cu, will be :
a) 0.38 V b) 0.52 V c) 0.90 V d) 0.30 V
408. The reaction taking place at anode when an aqueous solution of CuSO4 is electrolysed using inert Pt
electrode :
a) 2SO2− 2−
4 ⟶ S2 O3 + 2𝑒
b) Cu2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cu
c) 2H2 O ⟶ O2 + 4H + + 4𝑒
d) 2H + + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2
409. Deduce from the following 𝐸° values of half cells, what combination of two half cells would result in a cell
with the largest potential?
i) 𝐴3− ⟶ 𝐴2− + 𝑒; 𝐸° = 1.5 V
ii) 𝐵2+ + 𝑒 ⟶ 𝐵 + ; 𝐸° = −2.1 V
2+ +
iii) 𝐶 + 𝑒 ⟶ 𝐶 ; 𝐸° = +0.5 V
2+
iv) 𝐷 ⟶ 𝐷 + 2𝑒; 𝐸° = −1.5 V
a) (i) and (ii) b) (i) and (iv) c) (ii) and (iv) d) (iii) and (iv)
410. An ion is reduced to the element when it absorbs 6 × 10 electrons. The number of equivalents of the ion
20

is :
a) 0.10 b) 0.01 c) 0.001 d) 0.0001
411. The standard e.m.f. of a galvanic cell can be calculated from :
a) The size of the electrode
b) The pH of thesolution
c) The amount of metal in the anode
 d) The 𝐸° values of the two half cells
412. The charge in coulomb on Cu2+ ion is :
a) 3.2 × 10−19 b) 2.3 × 10−12 c) 0.23 × 10−19 d) 0.32 × 10−19
413. Zn2+ + 2𝑒 − → Zn(𝑠), 𝐸° = −0.76
Fe3+ + 𝑒 − → Fe2+ , 𝐸° = −0.77
Cr 3+ + 3𝑒 − → Cr, 𝐸° = −0.79
1
H + + 𝑒 − → H2 , 𝐸° = 0.00
2
Strongest reducing agent is
a) H2 b) Zn c) Fe2+ d) Cr
414. The standard reduction potentials at 298 K for the following half reactions are given against each
Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − ⟶ Zn (𝑠); 𝐸 ° = − 0.762 𝑉
Cr 3+ (𝑎𝑞) + 3𝑒 − ⟶ Cr (𝑠); 𝐸 ° = − 0.740 𝑉
2H + (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − ⟶ H2 (𝑔); 𝐸 ° = 0.00 𝑉
Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − ⟶ Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞); 𝐸 ° = + 0.762 𝑉
The strongest reducing agent is
a) Zn (s) b) Cr (s) c) 𝐻2 (g) d) Fe2+ (aq)
415. Strong electrolytes are those which
a) Conduct electricity b) Dissolve readily in water
c) Dissociate into ions at high dilution d) Completely dissociate into ions at all dilutions
416. The cell reaction of Acell is
Mg (𝑠) + Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) ⟶ Cu (𝑠) + Mg 2+ (𝑎𝑞) .
If the standard reduction potentials of Mg and Cu are – 2.37 and + 0.34 V respectively. The emf of the cell
is
a) 2.03 V b) -2.03 V c) +2.71 V d) -2.71 V
417. Consider the following reaction :
2Ag + C6 H12 O6 + H2 O → 2Ag(𝑠) + C6 H12 O7 + 2H +
When ammonia is added to the solution, pH is raised to 11. Which half-cell reaction is affected by pH and
by how much?
°
Ag + + 𝑒 − → Ag; 𝐸red = 0.8 V
°
C6 H12 O6 + H2 O → C6 H12 O7 + 2H + + 2𝑒 − ; 𝐸red = −0.05 V
+ − °
Ag(NH3 )2 + 𝑒 → Ag(𝑠) + NH3 ; 𝐸red = 0.337 V
°
a) 𝐸oxid. °
will increase by a factor of 0.65 from 𝐸oxid. °
b) 𝐸oxid. °
will decrease by a factor of 0.65 from 𝐸oxid.
°
c) 𝐸red. °
will increase by a factor of 0.65 from 𝐸red. °
d) 𝐸red. °
will decrease by a factor of 0.65 from 𝐸red.
418. Which process occurs in the electrolysis of aqueous solution of nickel chloride at nickel anode?
a) Ni2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Ni b) 2H + + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2 c) 2Cl− ⟶ Cl2 + 2𝑒 d) Ni ⟶ Ni2+ + 2𝑒
419. A solution containing one mole per litre of each Cu(NO3 )2 , AgNO3 , Hg 2 (NO3 )2and Mg(NO3 )2 is being
electrolysed by using inert electrodes. The values of standard electrode potentials in volts (reducing
potentials) are Ag/Ag + = +0.80, 2Hg/Hg2+ = +0.79, Cu/Cu2+ = +0.34, Mg/Mg2+ = −2 With increasing
voltage, the sequence of deposition of metals on the cathode will be
a) Ag, Hg, Cu b) Cu, Hg, Ag c) Ag, Hg, Cu, Mg d) Mg, Cu, Hg, Ag
420. The metal that does not displace hydrogen from an acid is
a) Ca b) Al c) Zn d) Hg
421. For an electrolyte 𝐴𝑥𝐵𝑦, the molar conductivity at infinite dilution can be given by :
a) ΛM = 𝑥𝜆 𝐴𝑌+ + 𝑦𝜆 𝐵 𝑋−
1 1
b) ΛM = 𝜆 𝐴𝑌+ + 𝜆 𝐵 𝑋−
𝑥 𝑦
1 1
c) ΛM = 𝜆 𝐴𝑌+ + 𝜆 𝐵 𝑋−
𝑦 𝑥
 
d) ΛM = 𝜆 𝐴 + 𝜆 𝐵 𝑋−
𝑌+ 
422. `forSn4+ /Sn2+ couple is + 0.15 V and that for the Cr 3+ / Cr couple is − 0.74 V. These two couples in their
standard state are connected to make a cell. The cell potential will be :
a) + 1.83 V b) + 1.19 V c) + 0.89 V d) + 0.18 V
423. The standard reduction potentials for Zn /Zn, Ni /Ni and Fe /Fe are − 0.76, −0.23 and −0.44 V
2+ 2+ 2+

respectively. The reaction 𝑋 + 𝑌 2+ ⟶ 𝑋 2+ + 𝑌 will be spontaneous when :

a) 𝑋 = Ni, 𝑌 = Zn b) 𝑋 = Fe, 𝑌 = Zn c) 𝑋 = Zn, 𝑌 = Ni d) 𝑋 = Ni, 𝑌 = Fe
424. Given that 𝐸 3+
° °
and 𝐸Fe3+Fe are −0.36 V and − 0.439 V, respectively. The value of 𝐸Fe °
3+ ,Fe2+ Pt would
Fe Fe
be :
a) (−36 − 0.439)V
b) [3(−0.36) + 2(−0.439)]V
c) (−0.36 + 0.439)V
d) [3(−0.36) − 2(−0.439)]V
425. The standard emf for the cell reaction,
2Cu+ (𝑎𝑞) → 2Cu (𝑠) + Cu+ (𝑎𝑞)
is +0.36 V at 298 K. The equilibrium constant of the reaction is
a) 5 × 106 b) 1.4 × 1012 c) 7.4 × 1012 d) 1.2 × 106
426. Electrolytic conduction is due to migration of :
a) Protons b) Electrons c) Ions d) All of these
427. the amount of sodium deposited by 5 ampere current for 10 minute from fused NaCl is :
a) 0.715 g b) 71.5 g c) 5.17 g d) 0.517 g
428. Which of the following reactions is used to make a fuel cell?
a) 2H2 (g) + O2 (g) → 2H2 O(𝑙 )
b) 2Fe(𝑠) + O2 (g) + 4H + (𝑎𝑞) → 2Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2H2 O(𝑙 )
c) Pb(𝑠) + PbO2 (𝑠) + 2H2 SO4 (𝑎𝑞) → 2PbSO4 (𝑠) + H2 O(𝑙 )
d) Cd(𝑠) + 2Ni(OH)3 (𝑠) → CdO(𝑠) + 2Ni(OH)2 + 2H2 O(𝑙 )
429. When 1 F of electricity is passed through acidulated water, O2 evolved is
a) 11.2 dm3 b) 5.6 dm3 c) 22.4 dm3 d) 1.0 dm3
430. The Gibbs energy for the decomposition of Al2 O3 at 500°C is as follows :
2 4
3
Al2 O3 ⟶ 3 Al + O2 ;
∆𝑟 𝐺 = +960 kJ mol−1 .
The potential difference needed for the electrolytic reduction of aluminium oxide (Al2 O3 ) at 500°C is at
least :
a) 4.5 V b) 3.0 V c) 2.5 V d) 5.0 V
431. Which one will liberate Br2 from KBr?
a) HI b) I2 c) Cl2 d) SO2
432. In a galvanic cell, the electrons flow from
a) Anode to cathode through the external circuit b) Anode to cathode through the solution
c) Cathode to anode through the external circuit d) Cathode to anode through the solution
433. The value of molar conductance of HCl is greater than that of NaCl at a particular temperature and dilution
because :
a) mol. wt. ofHCl < mol. wt. of NaCl
b) 𝑢H+ > 𝑢Na+ (𝑢 is speed of ion)
c) HCl is acid
d) Ionisation of HCl is more than NaCl
434. Maximum number of mole of oxygen gas that can be obtained by the electrolytic decomposition of 90 g of
water will be:
a) 1 b) 2.5 c) 5 d) 9
435. More electropositive elements have :
a) Positive reduction potential
b) Tendency to gain electrons
 c) Negative reduction potential
d) Negative oxidation potential
436. Al2 O3 is reduced by electrolysis at low potentials and high currents. If 4.0 × 104 amperes of current is
passed through molten Al2 O3 for 6 hours, what mass of aluminium is produced? (Assume 100% current
efficiency. At mass of Al = 27 g mol−1 )
a) 1.3 × 104 g b) 9.0 × 103 g c) 8.05 × 104 g d) 2.4 × 105 g
437. The reaction,
1
H (g) + AgCl(𝑠) → H + 𝑎𝑞) + Cl− (𝑎𝑞) + Ag(𝑠)
2 2
Occurs in the galvanic cell
a) Pt/H2 (g) KCl (sol)|| AgCl(𝑠)|Ag b) Pt/H2 (g) HCl(sol)|| AgNO3 (sol)| Ag
c) Pt/H2 (g) HCl(sol)|| AgCl(𝑠)| Ag d) Ag/AgCl(𝑠)KCl(sol)||AgNO3 |Ag
438. Which of the following ions can be replaced by H + inos when H2 gas is bubbled through the solutions
containing these ions?
a) Li+ b) Ba2+ c) Cu2+ d) Be2+
439. The cell reaction, Zn + Cu2+ ⟶ Zn2+ + Cu is best represented by :
a) Cu/Cu2+ || Zn2+ /Zn b) Zn/Zn2+ ||Cu2+ /Cu c) Cu2+ /Cu || Zn/Zn2+ d) Pt/Zn2+ || Pt/Cu2+
440. Ionic mobility (𝑢∞ ) of an ion at infinite dilution is related to its ionic conductance (𝜆∞ ) by :
a) λ∞ = u∞ × Faraday b) u∞ = λ∞ × Faraday c) Faraday = u∞ × λ∞ d) None of these
441. Coulomb is the quantity of current defined as :
a) One ampere of current passing for 1 sec
b) One which deposits 0.001118 g of Ag on cathode
c) One which deposits electrochemical equivalence of metal
d) All of the above
442. The standard electrode potential is measured by
a) Electrometer b) Voltmeter c) Pyrometer d) Galvanometer
443. Chlorine gas is passed into a solution containing KF, KI, and KBr and CHCl3 is added. The initial colour in
CHCl3 layer is :
a) Violet due to formation of I2
b) Orange due to formation of Br2
c) Colourless due to formation of F2
d) No colour change due to no reaction
444. On passing 3 A of electricity for 50 min, 1.8 g metal deposits. The equivalent mass of metal is
a) 9.3 b) 19.3 c) 38.3 d) 39.9
445. How many atoms of calcium will be deposited from a solution of CaCl2 by a current 0.25 mA flowing for 60
s?
a) 4.68 × 1018 b) 2.34 × 1018 c) 1.24 × 1018 d) 0.46 × 1018
446. If ‘𝐹’ is faraday and ‘𝑁’ is Avogadro number, then charge of electron can be expressed as
𝐹 𝑁
a) 𝐹 × 𝑁 b) c) d) 𝐹 2 𝑁
𝑁 𝐹
447. By how much is the oxidizing power of Cr2 O2− 7 /Cr
3+
couple decreased if the H + concentration is
decreased from 1 M to 10−3 M at 25℃?
a) 0.207 V b) 0.414 V c) 0.001 V d) 0.287 V
448. Which process involves corrosion?
a) Brown deposits on iron articles
b) Green deposits on battery terminals
c) Black deposits on silver coin
d) All of the above
449. The electric conduction of a salt solution in water depends on the
a) Size of its molecules b) Shape of its molecules
c) Size of solvent molecules d) Extent of its ionization
450. The electrode potentials for
Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − ⟶ Cu+ (𝑎𝑞)
andCu+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − ⟶ Cu(𝑠)
°
are + 0.15 V and + 0.50 V respectively. The value of 𝐸Cu 2+ /Cu will be :

a) 0.150 V b) 0.500 V c) 0.325 V d) 0.650 V

451. By diluting a weak electrolyte , specific conductivity (𝐾𝑐 ) and equivalent conductivity (𝜆𝑐 ) change as
a) Both increase b) 𝐾𝑐 increases , 𝜆𝑐 decreases
c) 𝐾𝑐 decreases , 𝜆𝑐 increases d) Both decrease
452. The cell reaction for the given cell is :
Pt(H2 ) pH = 2pH = 3 Pt(H2 )
𝑃1 =1 atm 𝑃2 =1 atm
a) Spontaneous b) Non-spontaneous c) In equilibrium d) Either of these
453. If the molar conductance value of Ca and Cl at infinite dilution are respectively 118.88 ×
2+ −

10−4 m2 mho mol−1 and 77.33 × 10−4 m2 mho mol−1 then that of CaCl2 is (in m2 mho mol−1 )
a) 118.88 × 10−4 b) 154.66 × 10−4 c) 273.54 × 10−4 d) 196.21 × 10−4
454. During electrolysis, the species discharged at cathode are
a) Anion b) Cation c) Ions d) All of these
455. In the electrolysis of which solution, OH ions are discharged in preference to Cl ions?
− −

a) Dilute NaCl b) Very dilute NaCl c) Fused NaCl d) Solid NaCl

456. A cell constructed by coupling a standard copper electrode and a standard magnesium electrode has emf
of 2.7 V. If the standard reduction potential of copper electrode is +0.34 V then that of the magnesium
electrode is
a) + 2.36 V b) − 2.36 V c) + 3.26 V d) − 3.26 V
457. Variation of equivalent conductivity with concentration of strong electrolyte is given by Hückel-Onsager
equation expressed as :
a) Λ𝑀 = Λ∞ − 𝑏√𝑐 b) Λ∞ = Λ𝑀 − 𝑏√𝑐 c) ΛM = 𝑏√𝑐 − Λ∞ d) None of these
458. An electric current is passed through silver nitrate solution using silver electrodes. 10.79 g of silver was
found to be deposited on the cathode. If the same amount of electricity is passed through copper sulphate
solution using copper electrodes, the weight of copper deposited on the cathode is
a) 1.6 g b) 2.3 g c) 3.2 g d) 6.4 g
459. The amount of energy expanded during the passage of one ampere current for 100 second under a
potential of 115 V is :
a) 20 kJ b) 11.5 kJ c) 115 kJ d) 0.115 kJ
460. If a strip of copper metal is placed in a solution of ferrous sulphate :
a) Copper will precipitate out
b) Iron will precipitate out
c) Both copper and iron will be dissolved
d) No reaction will take place
461. The process of zinc-plating on iron sheet is known as
a) Annealing b) Roasting c) Galvanisation d) Smelting
462. For the following cell with hydrogen electrodes at two different pressures 𝑝1 and𝑝2
Pt (H2 ) | H+ (𝑎𝑞) | 𝑃𝑡 (H2 )
𝑝1 1M 𝑝2
emf is given by
𝑅𝑇 𝑝1 𝑅𝑇 𝑝1 𝑅𝑇 𝑝2 𝑅𝑇 𝑝2
a) log 𝑒 b) log 𝑒 c) log 𝑒 d) log 𝑒
𝐹 𝑝2 2𝐹 𝑝2 𝐹 𝑝1 2𝐹 𝑝1
463. During the electrolysis of a solution of AgNO3 , 9650 C of charge is passed through the electroplating bath.
The mass of silver deposited at the cathode will be
a) 108 g b) 10.8 g c) 1.08 g d) 18.10 g
464. What is the time (in sec) required for depositing all the silver present in 125mL of 1 M AgNO3 solution by
 passing a current of 241.25 A ? (1F = 96500 C)
a) 10 b) 50 c) 1000 d) 100
465. For the redox reaction,
Zn (𝑠) + Cu2+ (0.1 M) →
Zn2+ (1 M) + Cu (𝑠)
° °
taking place in a cell, 𝐸cell is 1.10 V. 𝐸cell for the cell will be
𝑅𝑇
(2.303 = 0.0591)
𝐹
a) 2.14 V b) 1.80 V c) 1.07 V d) 0.82 V
466. The limiting molar conductivities Λ° for NaCl, KBr and KCl are 126, 152 and 150 S cm2 mol−1 respectively.
The Λ° for NaBr is
a) 128 S cm2 mol−1 b) 248 S cm2 mol−1 c) 328 S cm2 mol−1 d) 348 S cm2 mol−1
467. The emf of the cell,
Ag | Ag + (0.1 M) || Ag+ (1 M) | Ag at 298 K is
a) 0.0059 V b) 0.059 V c) 5.9 V d) 0.59 V
468. A solution of sodium sulphate in water is electrolysed using inert electrodes. The products at the cathode
and anode are respectively
a) H2 , O2 b) O2 , H2 c) O2 , Na d) O2 , SO2
469. The standard electrode potential for the change ;
Sn(𝑠) + 2Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) ⟶ 2Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Sn2+ (𝑎𝑞) is :
° °
(Given 𝐸Fe 3+ /Fe2+ = 0.77 V and 𝐸Sn2+ /Sn = ⎯ 0.14 V)

a) 0.63 V b) 1.40 V c) 0.91 V d) 1.68 V

470. Hydrogen-oxygen fuel cells are used in spacecraft to supply :
a) Power for heat and light
b) Power for pressure
c) Oxygen
d) None of the above
471. The resistance of 0.01 𝑁 solution of an electrolyte was found to be 210 ohm at 298 K. Its conductance is :
a) 4.76 × 10−3 mho b) 4.76 mho c) 210 mho d) None of these
472. The amount of silver deposited on passing 2 F of electricity through aqueous solution of AgNO3 is
a) 54 g b) 108 g c) 216 g d) 324 g
473. Cell constant of a conductivity cell is usually derived by using a solution of :
a) KCl b) NaCl c) NH4 Cl d) LiCl
474. Four successive members of the first series of the transition metals are listed below. For which one of
°
them the standard potential (𝐸𝑀 2+ /𝑀 ) value has a positive sign?

a) Co (Z = 27) b) Ni (Z = 28) c) Cu (Z = 29) d) Fe (Z = 26)

475. When same quantity of electricity is passed through aqueous AgNO3 and H2 SO4 solutions connected in
series, 5.04 × 10−2 g of H2 is liberated. What is the mass of silver (in grams) deposited? (Eq. wts.of
hydrogen = 1.008, silver = 108)
a) 54 b) 0.54 c) 5.4 d) 10.8
476. The term infinite dilution refers when :
a) 𝛼 ⟶ 1, for weak electrolytes
b) An electrolyte is 100% dissociated
c) All interionic effects disappears
d) All of the above
477. In the problem 15, the limiting mobility of K + ion is :
a) 6.1 × 10−4 b) 6.67 × 10−4 c) 7.1 × 10−4 d) 7.67 × 10−4
478. The standard reduction potential at 290 K for the following half reactions are,
(i) Zn2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Zn(𝑠); 𝐸° = −0.762 𝑉
3+ ( )
(ii) Cr + 3𝑒 ⟶ Cr 𝑠 ; 𝐸° = −0.740 𝑉
 (iii)2H + + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2 (g); 𝐸° = −0.000 𝑉
(iv) Fe3+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Fe2+ ; 𝐸° = +0.77 𝑉
Which is the strongest reducing agent?
a) Zn b) Cr c) Fe2+ d) H2
479. Daniel cell, anode and cathode are respectively
a) Zn | Zn2+ and Cu2+ | Cu b) Cu | Cu2+ and Zn2+ | Zn c) Fe | Fe2+ and Cu2+ | Cu d) Cu | Cu2+ and Fe2+ | Fe
480. Iron sheets are galvanized to :
a) Prevent action of O2 and H + on Fe
b) Prevent oxidation of Fe
c) Prevent rusting
d) All of the above
481. The conductance of all the ions present in a solution containing 1 g equivalent in it is known as :
a) Conductivity
b) Equivalent conductivity
c) Molecular conductivity
d) None of the above
482. For the reduction of silver ions with copper metal, the standard cell potential is 0.46 V at 25°C. The value
of standard Gibbs energy ∆𝐺° will be :
a) − 89.0 kJ b) − 89.0 J c) − 44.5 kJ d) − 98.0 kJ
483. 𝐸 of an electrode is :
0

a) Extensive property b) Constitutive property c) Colligative property d) Intensive property

484. The one which decreases with dilution is
a) Molar conductance b) Conductance
c) Specific Conductance d) Equivalent conductance
485. Which of the following metal can replace zinc from ZnSO4 solution?
a) Cu b) Hg c) Fe d) Al
486. Several blocks of magnesium are fixed to the bottom of Aship to
a) Keep away the sharks b) Make the ship lighter
c) Prevent action of water and salt d) Prevent puncturing by under- seArocks
487. MnO− 4 + 8H +
+ 5𝑒 −
→ Mn 2+
+ 4H 2 O; 𝐸° = 1.51 V
MnO4 + 4H + + 2𝑒 − → Mn2++ 2H2 O; 𝐸° = 1.23 V
°
𝐸MnO − |MnO is
4 2
a) 1.70 V b) 0.91 V c) 1.37 V d) 0.548 V
488. In a salt bridge, KCl is used because :
a) It is an electrolyte
b) It is good conductor of electricity
c) The transport number of K + and Cl− ions are nearly same or both have same ionic mobility.
d) It is ionic compound.
489. AgNO3 (𝑎𝑞) was added to an aqueous KCl solution gradually and the conductivity of the solution was
measured. The plot of conductance (Λ)𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑢𝑠 the volume of AgNO3 is

a) (P) b) (Q) c) (R) d) (S)

490. For the electrochemical cell, 𝑀 | 𝑀+ || 𝑋 − | 𝑋, 𝐸 ° (𝑀+ | 𝑀) = 0.44 V and𝐸 ° (𝑋 | 𝑋 − ) = 0.33 V. From this data
one can deduce that
a) 𝐸cell = 0.77 V
b) −0.77 V
c) 𝑀+ + 𝑋 − → 𝑀 + 𝑋 is the spontaneous reaction
d) 𝑀 + 𝑋 → 𝑀+ + 𝑋 − is the spontaneous reaction
491. The specific conductance (𝜅) of an electrolyte of 0.1 N concentration is related to equivalent conductance
(Λ) by the following formula
a) Λ = κ b) Λ = 10κ c) Λ = 100𝜅 d) Λ = 10000𝜅
492. Which is the correct representation for Nernst equation?
0.059 [oxidant]
a) 𝐸𝑅𝑃 = 𝐸𝑅𝑃 °
+ log
𝑛 [reductant]
0.059 [oxidant]
b) 𝐸𝑂𝑃 = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 °
− log
𝑛 [reductant]
0.059 [reductant]
c) 𝐸𝑂𝑃 = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 °
+ log
𝑛 [oxidant]
d) All of the above
493. The number of electrons required to deposit 1 g atom of Al(at. wt. = 27) from a solution of AlCl3 are :
a) 1 𝑁 b) 2 𝑁 c) 3 𝑁 d) 4 𝑁
494. The standard reduction potential of some electrodes are,
𝐸 0 (K + /K) = − 2.9 V,
𝐸 0 (Zn2+ /Zn) = −0.76 V, 𝐸 0 (H + /H2 ) = −0.00V,
𝐸 0 (Cu2+ /Cu) = +0.34 V
The Strongest oxidant is :
a) Copper b) Zinc c) Hydrogen d) Cu2+
495. In the electrolytic cell, flow of electrons is from
a) Cathode to anode in solution b) Cathode to anode through external supply
c) Cathode to anode through internal supply d) Anode to cathode through internal supply
496. The weight ratio of Mg and Al deposited during the passage of same current through their molten salts :
a) 12 : 9 b) 9 : 12 c) 6 : 2 d) 2 : 3
497. 2Fe + 3I ⇌ 2Fe + I3
3+ − 2+ −

The standard reduction potentials in acidic conditions are 0.77 and 0.54 V respectively forFe3+ / Fe2+ and
I3− / I− couples. The equilibrium constant for the reaction is
a) 6.26 × 10−7 b) 5.33 × 10−4 c) 6.26 × 107 d) 5.33 × 104
498. In a cell that utilizes the reaction
Zn(𝑠) + 2H + (𝑎𝑞) → Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + H2 (g)
addition of H2 SO4 to cathode compartment will
a) Lower the 𝐸 and shift equilibrium to the right
b) Lower the 𝐸 and shift equilibrium to the left
c) Increase the 𝐸 and shift equilibrium to the right
d) Increase the 𝐸 and shift equilibrium to the left
499. On passing electricity through dilute H2 SO4 solution the amount of substance liberated at the cathode and
anode are in the ratio :
a) 1 : 8 b) 8 : 1 c) 16 : 1 d) 1 : 16
500. The increase in equivalent conductivity of an strong electrolytic solution with dilution is attributed to :
a) Increase in number of ions per unit volume
b) Increase in molecular attraction
c) Increase in degree of dissociation
d) Increase in ionic mobility
501. The cell, Zn | Zn2+ (1 M) || Cu2+ (1 M) | Cu
 °
(𝐸cell = 1.10 V), was allowed to be completely discharged at 298 K. The relative concentration of
[Zn2+]
Zn2+ to Cu2+ ([Cu2+ ]) is
a) Antilog (24.08) b) Antilog (37.3) c) 1037.3 d) 9.65 × 104
502. The algebraic sum of potentials of two electrodes of a galvanic cell is called :
a) Potential difference b) Ionic difference c) e.m.f. d) Electrode difference
503. The standard oxidation potentials, 𝐸° for the half reactions are ;
Zn ⟶ Zn2+ + 2𝑒; 𝐸° = +0.76 V
Ag ⟶ Ag + + 𝑒; 𝐸° = −0.77 V
The standard e. m. f. of the cell,
Ag + + Zn ⟶ Zn2+ + Agis :
a) + 1.53 V b) − 1.53 V c) −0.01 V d) + 0.01 V
504. Rust is a mixture of :
a) FeO and Fe(OH)2 b) FeO and Fe(OH)3 c) Fe2 O3 and Fe(OH)3 d) Fe3 O4 and Fe(OH)3
505. A metal having negative reduction potential when dipped in the solution of its own ions, has a tendency :
a) To pass into the solution
b) To be deposited from the solution
c) To become electrically positive
d) To remain neutral
506. The resistance of 0.5 𝑁 solution of an electrolyte in a conductivity cell was found to be 45 ohms. The
equivalent conductivity of the same solution is …..if the electrodes in the cell are 2.2 cm apart and have an
area of 3.8 cm2 .
a) 25.73 b) 30.75 c) 35.75 d) 15.75
507. The SI unit for ionic mobility is:
a) m2 volt −1 sec −1 b) cm2 volt −1 sec −1 c) cm volt −1 sec −1 d) cm−2 volt −1 sec −1
508. Which modifications are necessary to determine resistance of solution by usual method of measurements
on Wheatstone bridge principle?
a) A.C. should be used
b) A conductivity cell is used
c) Galvanometer is replaced by magic eye or head phone arrangement
d) All of above
509. The number of electrons passing per second through a cross-section of Cu wire carrying 10 ampere is :
a) 6 × 1019 b) 8 × 1019 c) 1 × 1019 d) 1.6 × 1019
510. Electrolytic reduction of alumina to aluminium by Hall-Heroult process is carried out :
a) In the presence of NaCl
b) In the presence of fluoride
c) In the presence of cryolite, which forms a melt with lower melting temperature
d) In the presence of cryolite, which forms a melt with higher melting temperature
511. Electrolytes, when dissolved in water, dissociate into their constituent ions. The degree of dissociation of a
weak electrolyte increases with
a) The presence of a substance yielding common ion
b) Decreasing temperature
c) Decreasing concentration of the electrolyte
d) Increasing concentration of the electrolyte
512. The electrolytic bath used in gold plating of copper articles contains :
a) Molten gold b) CuSO4 c) AuCl3 d) AuCl3 + NaCN
513. Pure water does not conduct electricity because it is
a) Basic b) Almost not ionised
c) Decomposed easily d) Acidic
514. Galvanic cell is Adevice in which
a) Chemical energy is converted into electrical energy.
 b) Electrical energy is converted into chemical energy.
c) Chemical energy is seen in the form of heat.
d) Thermal energy from an outside source is used to drive the cell reaction.
515. Astandard hydrogen electrode has zero electrode potential because
a) Hydrogen is easier to oxidise b) This electrode potential is assumed to be zero
c) Hydrogen atom has only one electron d) Hydrogen is the lightest element
516. The molar conductivity at infinite dilution of AgNO3 , NaCl and NaNO3 are 116.5, 110.3 and 105.2
mho cm2 mol−1 respectively. The molar conductivity of AgCl is :
a) 121.6 b) 111.4 c) 130.6 d) 150.2
517. Which is correct about fuel cells?
a) Cells continuously run as long as fuels are supplied
b) These are more efficient and free from pollution
c) These are used to provide power and drinking water to astronauts in space programme
d) All of the above
518. The value of electronic charge is equal to :
Faraday
a)
Av. number
b) Faraday × Av.number
Av. number
c)
Faraday
d) None of these
519. The formula α = Λv is valid for :
Λ∞
a) Weak electrolytes b) Strong electrolytes c) Salts d) None of these
520. A hypothetical electrochemical cell is shown below;

The e.m.f. measured is + 0.20 V. The cell reaction is :

a) The cell reaction cannot be predicted
b) 𝐴 + 𝐵+ ⟶ 𝐴+ + 𝐵
c) 𝐴+ + 𝐵 ⟶ 𝐴 + 𝐵 +
d) 𝐴+ + 𝑒 − ⟶ 𝐴; 𝐵+ + 𝑒 − ⟶ 𝐵
521. The laws of electrolysis ware proposed by
a) Kohlraush b) Faraday c) Nernst d) Berthelot
522. When 𝑋 amperes of current is passed through molten AlCl3 for 96.5 s. 0.09 g of aluminium is deposited.
What is the value of X?
a) 10 A b) 20 A c) 30 A d) 40 A
523. It is impossible to measure the actual voltage of any half cell by itself because:
a) Both half cell reactions takes place simultaneously
b) Of resistance of wire
c) A reaction does not take place on its own
d) None of the above
524. The art of electroplating was given by :
a) Faraday b) Edison c) Graham d) Brugan
525. If 1 faraday of charge is passed through a solution of CuSO4 , the amount of copper deposited will be equal
to its :
a) Gram equivalent weight
b) Gram molecular weight
c) Atomic weight
d) Electrochemical equivalent
526. The oxidation potential values of A, B, C and D are -0.03, +0.108 V,-0.07 V and +0.1 V respectively. The
non-spontaneous cell reaction takes place between
 a) AandB b) B and D c) D and A d) B and C
527. The conductivity of 𝑁/10 KCl solution at 200C is 0.0212 ohm−1 cm−1 and the resistance of cell containing
this solution at 200 C is 55 ohm. The cell constant is:
a) 2.173 cm−1 b) 1.166 cm−1 c) 4.616 cm−1 d) 3.324 cm−1
528. What is the value of 𝐸cell ?
Cr | Cr 3+ (0.1 M) || Fe2+ (0.01 M) | Fe
Given,𝐸°Cr3+/Cr = −0.74 𝑉
and𝐸°Fe2+ /Fe = −0.44 𝑉
a) +0.2941 V b) +0.5212 V c) +0.1308 V d) -0.2606 V
529. The 𝐸° for OCl− /Cl− and 1
Cl− / 2 Cl2 are 0.94 V and − 1.36 𝑉; 𝐸° for
1
OCl− / 2 Cl2 is :
a) ⎯ 0.42 V b) ⎯ 2.20 V c) 0.52 V d) 1.04 V
530. The cell reaction for the given cell is spontaneous if :
Pt(H2 )|H+ (1𝑀)||H + (1𝑀)|Pt(H2 )
𝑃1 𝑃2
a) 𝑃1 > 𝑃2 b) 𝑃1 < 𝑃2 c) 𝑃1 = 𝑃2 d) 𝑃1 = 1 atm
531. When an acid cell is charged, then
a) Voltage of cell increases b) Resistance of cell increases
c) Electrolyte of cell dilutes d) None of the above
532. An electrolytic cell contains a solution of Ag 2 SO4 and platinum electrodes. A current is passed until 1.6 g of
O2 has been liberated at anode. The amount of Ag deposited at cathode would be:
a) 1.6 g b) 0.8 g c) 21.6 g d) 107.88 g
533. For Acell given below,
Ag | Ag + || Cu2+ | Cu
- +
Ag + e ⟶ Ag, 𝐸 ° = 𝑥
+ −

Cu2+ + 2e− ⟶ Cu, 𝐸 ° = 𝑦

°
𝐸cell is
a) 𝑥 + 2𝑦 b) 2𝑥 + 𝑦 c) 𝑦 – 𝑥 d) 𝑦 – 2𝑥
534. EMF of a cell in terms of reduction potential of its left and right electrodes is
a) 𝐸 = 𝐸left − 𝐸right b) 𝐸 = 𝐸right − 𝐸left c) 𝐸 = 𝐸left + 𝐸right d) None of these
535. At 18 C the conductance of
0
H +
and −
CH3 COO at infinite dilution are 315 and 35
2 −1
mho cm eq respectively. The equivalent conductivity ofCH3 COOH at infinite dilution is
……mho cm2 eq.−1 ∶
a) 350 b) 280 c) 30 d) 315
536. An alloy of Pb-Ag weighing 1.08 g was dissolved in dilute HNO3 and the volume made to 100 mL. A silver
electrode was dipped in the solution and the emf of the cell set up
Pt(𝑠), H2 (𝑔) | H + (1 M) || Ag+ (𝑎𝑞) | Ag (𝑠)
°
Was 0.62 V. If 𝐸cell = 0.80 V, what is the percentage of Ag in the alloy?
[At 25℃ , RT /F = 0.06]
a) 25 b) 2.50 c) 10 d) 50
537. A lamp draws a current of 1.0 A. Find the charge in coulomb used by the lamp in 60 s.
a) 0.6 C b) 60 C c) 600 C d) 0.006 C
538. During electrolysis of water the volume of O2 liberated is 2.24dm3 . The volume of hydrogen liberated,
under same conditions will be
a) 2.24 dm3 b) 1.12 dm3 c) 4.48 dm3 d) 0.56 dm3
539. The amount of electricity required to liberate 1 g-equiv of Cu is
a) 96500 F b) 1 F c) 1 C d) 96500 A
540. Which of the following is correct?
a) Zinc acts as cathode in Daniell cell
b) In a Li − Zn couple, zinc acts as anode
 c) Copper will displace iron in solution
d) Zinc displaces tin from its solution
541. The number of electrons involved in redox reactions when a faraday of electricity is passed through an
electrolyte in solution is :
a) 6 × 1023 b) 8 × 1019 c) 69500 d) 6 × 10−23
542. During electrolysis of fused sodium chloride, the reaction of the electrodes are:
Anode Cathode
1
a) Na+ + 𝑒 ⟶ NaCl− ⟶ Cl + 𝑒
2
1
b) Na ⟶ Na+ + 𝑒 Cl2 + 𝑒 ⟶ Cl−
2
1
c) Cl− ⟶ Cl2 + 𝑒 Na+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Na
2
1
d) Cl2 + 𝑒 ⟶ Cl− Na ⟶ Na+ + 𝑒
2
543. Which one is correct about conductivity water?
a) The water whose own conductance is very small
b) The water obtained after 7-8 times distillation
c) Kohlrausch prepared the conductivity water for the first time
d) All of the above
544. Blocks of magnesium metal are often strapped to the steel hulls of ocean going ships in order to:
a) Provide cathodic protection
b) Protect oxidation of steel
c) Both (a) and (b) are correct
d) Neither (a) nor (b) is correct
545. Given the limiting molar conductivity as
⋀0m (HCl) = 425.9Ω−1 cm2 mol−1
⋀0m (NaCl) = 126.4Ω−1 cm2 mol−1
⋀0m (CH3 COONa) = 91Ω−1 cm2 mol−1
The molar conductivity , at infinite dilution, of acetic acid (in Ω−1 cm2 mol−1 ) will be
a) 481.5 b) 390.5 c) 299.5 d) 516.9
546. If the standard electrode potential of Cu / Cu electrode is 0.34 V, what is the electrode potential at 0.01
2+

M concentration of Cu2+ ?
(𝑇 = 298 𝐾)
a) 0.399 V b) 0.281 V c) 0.222 V d) 0.176 V
547. If the ∆𝐺 of Acell reaction,
°

AgCl + 𝑒 − → Ag + + Cl− 𝑖𝑠 − 21.20 kJ;

The standard emf of the cell is
a) 0.220 V b) -0.220 V c) 0.229 V d) -0.110 V
548. For the cell reaction, Cu𝑐2 𝑎𝑞) + Zn(𝑠) ⟶ Zn𝑐1 (𝑎𝑞) + Cu(𝑠), the change in free energy (∆𝐺) at a given
2+ ( 2+

temperature is a function of :
a) In 𝑐1 b) In (𝑐2 /𝑐1 ) c) In (𝑐1 + 𝑐2 ) d) In 𝑐2
549. Consider the following cell reaction
2Fe(𝑠) + O2 (𝑔) + 4H + (𝑎𝑞) ⟶
2Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2H2 O(𝑙 ), 𝐸° = 1.67 𝑉
At[Fe2+ ] = 10−3 M , P (O2 ) = 0.1 atm and pH = 3, the cell potential at 25℃ is
a) 1.47 V b) 1.77 V c) 1.87 V d) 1.57 V
550. Aluminium oxide may be electrolysed at 1000℃ to furnish aluminium metal (atomic mass = 27 u; 1 F =
96500 C). The cathode reaction is
Al3+ + 3𝑒 − ⟶ Al0
To prepare 5.12 kg of aluminium metal by this method would require
 a) 5.49 × 101 C of electricity b) 5.49 × 104 C of electricity
c) 1.83 × 10 C of electricity
7 d) 5.49 × 107 C of electricity
551. The standard potentials at 25°C for the following half reactions are given ahead,
Zn2+ + 2e ⟶ Zn ; 𝐸° = −0.762 V
Mg 2+ + 2e ⟶ Mg; 𝐸° = −2.37 V
When zinc dust is added to the solution of MgCl2 :
a) ZnCl2 is formed
b) Zinc dissolves in the solution
c) No reaction takes place
d) Mg is precipitated
552. The cell reaction for the given cell is spontaneous if :
Pt Cl2 |Cl− (1𝑀)||Cl− (1𝑀)| Pt Cl2
P1 P2
a) 𝑃1 > 𝑃2 b) 𝑃1 < 𝑃2 c) 𝑃1 = 𝑃2 d) 𝑃1 = 1 atm
553. Passage of three faraday of charge through aqueous solution of AgNO3 , CuSO4 , Al(NO3 )3 and NaCl will
deposit metals at the cathode in the molar ratio of:
a) 1 : 2 : 3 : 1 b) 6 : 3 : 2 : 6 c) 6 : 3 : 0 : 0 d) 3 : 2 : 1 : 0
554. In the problem 15, ionic conductance of K ion is :
+

a) 64.35 b) 60.20 c) 262.26 d) 26.22

555. In the electrochemical reaction,
2Fe3+ + Zn → Zn2+ + 2 Fe2+
increasing the concentration of Fe2+
a) Increases cell emf b) Increases the current flow
c) Decreases the cell emf d) Alter the pH of the solution
556. How many electrons are there in one coulomb?
a) 6.02 × 1021 b) 6.24 × 1018 c) 6.24 × 1015 d) 6.02 × 1016
557. The elementwhich can displace three other halogens from their compound is
a) F b) Cl c) Br d) I
558. The units of equivalent conductivity is
a) S cm2 b) ohm cm2 (g − equivalent)
c) ohm cm d) ohm−1 cm2 (g − equivalent)−1
559. Calculate the equilibrium constant for the reaction, at 25℃
Cu (𝑠) + 2Ag + (𝑎𝑞) → Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2Ag (𝑠)
°
at 25 ℃ , 𝐸cell = 0.47 V , R = 8.314 JK −1
F = 96500 C is
a) 1.8 × 1015 b) 8.5 × 1015 c) 1.8 × 1010 d) 85 × 1015
560. The ratio of weights of hydrogen and magnesium deposited by the same amount of electricity from H2 SO4
and MgSO4 in aqueous solution are :
a) 1 : 8 b) 1 : 12 c) 1 : 16 d) None of these
561. TheΛ ofNH4 Cl, NaOH and NaCl are 129.8, 217.4 and 108.9 ohm cm eq.
∞ −1 2 −1
respectively. The 𝜆∞
−1 2 −1
ofNH4 OH is ……… ohm cm eq. .
a) 238.3 b) 218 c) 240 d) 260
562. The reaction at cathode during the electrolysis of aqueous solution of NaCl in Nelson cell is :
a) 2Cl− ⟶ Cl2 + 2𝑒
b) 2H + + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2
c) 2OH − ⟶ H2 + O2 + 2𝑒
d) Na+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Na
563. Which of the following is an additive property?
a) Conductance b) Viscosity c) Surface tension d) None of these
564. The limiting molar conductivities of NaCl, KBr and KCl are 126, 152 and 150
 S cm2 mol−1 respectively. The Λ̊ for NaBr is :
a) 302 S cm2 mol−1 b) 176 S cm2 mol−1 c) 278 S cm2 mol−1 d) 128 S cm2 mol−1
565. The calomel electrode is reversible with respect to :
a) Hg 2+
2 b) H + c) Hg 2+ d) Cl−
566. Reaction taking place at anode in dry cell is :
a) Zn2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Zn(𝑠) b) Zn(𝑠) ⟶ Zn2+ + 2𝑒 c) Mn2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Mn(𝑠) d) Mn(𝑠) ⟶ Mn2+ + 2𝑒
567. Number of faraday required to liberate 8 g of H2 is :
a) 8 b) 16 c) 4 d) 2
568. The number of coulombs required to reduce 12.3 g of nitrobenzene to aniline, is
a) 96500 C b) 5790 C c) 95700 C d) 57900 C
569. On passing 0.1 F of electricity through aluminium metal deposited at cathode is (Al = 27)
a) 0.3 g b) 0.6 g c) 0.9 g d) 1.2 g
570. During electrolysis of H2 O, the molar ratio of H2 and O2 formed is :
a) 2 : 1 b) 1 : 2 c) 1 : 3 d) 1 : 1
571. At infinite dilution stage, the solution of CH3 COOH in water does not contain :
a) H + ion b) CH3 COO−ion c) CH3 COOH molecule d) All of these
572. 1 faraday of electricity will liberate 1 g-atom of the metal from the solution of :
a) NaCl b) BaCl2 c) CuSO4 d) AlCl3
573. The standard electrode potential of hydrogen electrode at 1 M concentration and hydrogen gas at 1atm
pressure is
a) 1 V b) 6 V c) 8 V d) 0 V
574. The emf of a Daniell cell at 298 K is 𝐸1 , Zn| ZnSO4 || CuSO4 | Cu. When the concentration of
(0.01 M) (1.0 M)
ZnSO4 is 1.0 M and that of CuSO4 is 0.01 M, the emf changed to 𝐸2 . What is the relationship between
𝐸1 and 𝐸2 ?
a) 𝐸1 = 𝐸2 b) 𝐸1 > 𝐸2 c) 𝐸1 < 𝐸2 d) 𝐸2 = 0 ≠ 𝐸1
575. The acid used in lead storage battery is
a) H2 SO4 b) H3 PO4 c) HCl d) HNO3
576. The conductance of 1 cm of a solution is known as its :
3

a) Resistance
b) Conductivity
c) Equivalent conductivity
d) Molecular conductivity
577. The limiting molar conductivities Λ∘ for NaCl,KBr and KCl are 126,152 and 150 S cm2 mol−1 respectively.
The Λ∘ for NaBr is
a) 128 S cm2 mol−1 b) 176 S cm2 mol−1 c) 278 S cm2 mol−1 d) 302 S cm2 mol−1
578. The variation of equivalent conductivity of weak electrolyte with √concentration is correctly shown in
figure :

a)  b)  c)  d)

579. The electrode potential measures the :

a) Tendency of the electrode to gain or lose electrons
b) Tendency of the cell reaction to occur
c) Difference in the ionisation potential of electrode and metal ion
d) Current carried by an electrode
580. Metals can be prevented from rusting by :
a) Connecting iron to more electropositive metal, 𝑖. 𝑒., cathodic protection
b) Connecting iron to more electropositive metal, 𝑖. 𝑒., anodic protection
 c) Connecting iron to less electropositive metal, 𝑖. 𝑒., anodic protection
d) Connecting iron to less electropositive metal, 𝑖. 𝑒., cathodic protection
581. The number of faraday required to liberate 1 mole of any element indicates :
a) Weight of element
b) Conductance of electrolyte
c) Charge on the ion of that element
d) None of the above
582. Lithium is generally used as an electrode in high energy density batteries. This is because:
a) Lithium is the lightest element
b) Lithium has quite high negative reduction potential
c) Lithium is quite reactive
d) Lithium does not corrode easily
583. Corrosion of iron is essentially an electrochemical phenomenon where the cell reactions are
Fe is oxidised to Fe2+ and dissolved oxugen in
a) b) Fe is oxidised to Fe3+ and H2 O is reduced to O2−2
water is reduced to OH −
Fe is oxidised to Fe2+ and H2 O is reduced Fe is oxidised to Fe2+ and H2 O is reduced
c) d)
to O−2 to O2
584. In the electrodeposition of Ag, the silver ions are:
a) Reduced at anode b) Reduced at cathode c) Oxidised at anode d) Oxidised at cathode
585. Standard 𝐸° of the half cell Fe|Fe is + 0.44 V and standard 𝐸° of half cell Cu | Cu2+ is −0.32 V then :
2+

a) Cu oxidisesFe2+ ion b) Cu2+ oxidises Fe c) Cu reduces Fe2+ ion d) Cu2+ reduces Fe

586. Which of the following is displaced by Fe?
a) Ag b) Zn c) Na d) All of these
587. The electrochemical cell stops working after sometimes because
a) Electrode potential of both the electrodes becomes zero
b) Electrode potential of both the electrodes becomes equal
c) One of the electrodes is eaten away
d) The cell reaction gets reversed
588. The resistance of 0.01 𝑁 solution of an electrolyte was found to be 210 ohm at 298 K, using a conductivity
cell of cell constant 0.66 cm−1 . The conductivity of solution is :
a) 3.14 × 10−3 mho cm−1
b) 3.14 × 10−3 mho−1 cm
c) 3.14 mho cm−1
d) 3.14 mho−1 cm−1
589. The molar conductivity of acetic acid at infinite dilution is 390.7 and for 0.1 𝑀 acetic acid solution is
5.2mho cm2 mol−1 . The degree of dissociation of 0.1 𝑀 CH3 COOH solution is :
a) 13.3% b) 0.0133% c) 1.33% d) 133%
590. When a lead storage battery is charged, it acts as
a) A primary cell b) A galvanic cell c) A concentration cell d) An electrolytic cell
591. For gold plating, the electrolyte used is
a) AuCl3 b) HAuCl4 c) K[Au(CN)2 ] d) None of these
592. How many coulomb of electricity are consumed when 100 mA current is passed through a solution of
AgNO3 for 30 minute during an electrolysis experiment?
a) 108 b) 18000 c) 180 d) 3000
593. How many kJ of energy is evolved, when a current of 2.00 A passes for 200 s under the potential of 230 V?
a) 56 kJ b) 86 kJ c) 36 kJ d) 92 kJ
594. What will be the emf for the given cell Pt H2 𝑝1 H 𝑎𝑞 || H2 𝑝2 | Pt?
| ( )| +( ) ( )
𝑅𝑇 𝑝1 𝑅𝑇 𝑝1 𝑅𝑇 𝑝2 d) None of these
a) log b) log c) log
2𝐹 𝑝2 𝐹 𝑝2 𝐹 𝑝1
595. The time required to coat a metal surface of 80 cm with 5 × 10−3 cm thick layer of silver (density 1.05 g
2
 cm−3 with the passage of 3A current through a silver nitrate solution is :
a) 115 sec b) 125 sec c) 135 sec d) 145 sec
596. On electrolysing a solution of dilute H2 SO4 between platinum electrodes, the gas evolved at the anode and
cathode are respectively :
a) SO2 and O2 b) SO3 and H2 c) O2 and H2 d) H2 and O2
597. The electrochemical equivalent of silver is 0.0011180 g. When an electric current of 0.5 ampere is passed
through an aqueous silver nitrate solution of 200 sec, the amount of silver deposited is:
a) 1.1180 g b) 0.11180 g c) 5.590 g d) 0.5590 g
598. Galvanised iron sheets have coating of :
a) Cu b) Sn c) Zn d) Carbon
599. Ionisation depends upon
a) Pressure b) Volume c) Dilution d) None of these
600. Standard free energies of formation (in kJ/mol) at 298 K are − 237.2, −394.4 and − 8.2 for H2 O(𝑙 ), CO2 (g)
and pentane (g), respectively. The value of 𝐸°cell for the pentane-oxygen fuel cell is :
a) 2.0968 V b) 1.0968 V c) 0.0968 V d) 1.968 V
601. In the electrolysis of water, 1 F of electrical energy would evolve
a) 1 mole of oxygen b) 1 g atom of oxygen c) 8 g of oxygen d) 22.4 L of oxygen
602. Given 𝑙/𝑎 = 0.5cm , 𝑅 = 50 ohm, 𝑁 = 1.0. The equivalent conductance of the electrolytic cell is
−1

a) 10Ω−1 cm2 g equiv −1 b) 20Ω−1 cm2 g equiv −1

c) 300Ω−1 cm2 g equiv −1 d) 100Ω−1 cm2 g equiv −1
603. If 3 F of electricity is passed through the solutions of AgNO3 , CuSO4 and AuCl3 , the molar ratio of the
cations deposited at the cathodes will be
a) 1:1:1 b) 1:2:3 c) 3:2:1 d) 6:3:2
604. If Mg + 2𝑒 ⟶ Mg(𝑠);
2+
𝐸 = −2.37 V,
2+
Cu + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cu(𝑠); 𝐸 = + 0.34 V?
The e.m.f. of the cell Mg | Mg2+ ||Cu2+ |Cuis ∶
a) 2.71 V b) 2.30 V c) 2.80 V d) 1.46 V
605. The standard reduction potentials of
Zn2+ | Zn , Cu2+ | Cu and Ag + | Ag are respectively – 0.76, 0.34 and 0.8 V. The following cells were
constructed
I Zn | Zn2+ || Cu2+ | Cu
II Zn | Zn2+ || Ag + | Ag
III Cu | Cu2+ || Ag+ | Ag
°
What is the correct order of 𝐸cell of these cells?
a) II > III > I b) II > I > III c) I > II > III d) III > I > II
606. What is the effect of dilution on the equivalent conductance of strong electrolyte?
a) Decreases on dilution b) Remains unchanged
c) Increases on dilution d) None of these
607. For which electrolyte the evaluation of 𝐴∞ is not possible by extrapolation of
Λ vs √𝑐 curves to zero concentration?
a) KCl b) NH4 OH c) NaCl d) K 2 SO4
608. The standard reduction potential, 𝐸° for the half-reactions are as
Zn ⇌ Zn2+ + 2𝑒 − , 𝐸° =⊕ 0.76 V
Fe ⇌ Fe2+ + 2𝑒 − , 𝐸° = +0.41 V
The 𝐸°cell for the cell formed by these two electrodes is
a) −0.35 V b) −1.17 V c) +0.35 V d) +1.17 V
609. In the electrochemical cell, H2 g 1 atm H 1 M Cu 1 M Cu 𝑠
( ) | +( )|| 2+ ( )| ( )
Which one of the following statements is true?
a) H2 is anode, Cu is cathode b) Cu is anode, H2 is cathode
c) Oxidation occurs at Cu electrode d) Reduction occurs at H2 electrode
610. Which of the following does not conduct electricity?
a) Fused NaCl b) Solid NaCl c) Brine solution d) Copper
611. The ionic mobility of alkali metal ions in aqueous solution is maximum for :
a) K + b) Rb+ c) Li+ d) Na+
612. The e.m.f. of the cell involving following changes,
Zn(𝑠) + Ni2+ (1𝑀) ⟶ Zn2+ (1𝑀) + Ni(𝑠)is 0.5105 V. The standard e.m.f. of the cell is :
a) 0.540 V b) 0.4810 V c) 0.5696 V d) 0.5105 V
613. The factor temperature coefficient of e.m.f. is :
a) (𝜕𝐸/𝜕𝑇)𝑃 b) (𝜕𝐸/𝜕𝑇) 𝑇 c) (𝜕𝐸/𝜕𝑉) 𝑇 d) None of these
614. On passing 1 F of electricity through the electrolytic cells containing Ag , Ni andCr 3+ ions solution, the
+ 2+

deposited Ag (at. wt. = 108), Ni (at. wt. = 59)and Cr (at. wt. = 52) is
Ag Ni Cr
a) 108 g 29.5 g 17.3 g b) 108 g 59.5 g 52.0 g
c) 108 g 108 g 108 g d) 108 g 117.5 g 166 g
615. Which of the following expression is correct?
a) 𝛥𝐺° = − 𝑛𝐹𝐸cell °
b) 𝛥𝐺° = + 𝑛𝐹𝐸cell °

c) 𝛥𝐺° = −2.303 𝑅𝑇 𝑛𝐹𝐸cell °

d) 𝛥𝐺° = −𝑛𝐹 log𝐾𝑐
616. For which cell e.m.f. is independent of the concentration of electrolytes used?
a) Fe | FeO(𝑠)|KOH(𝑎𝑞)| NiO b) (Pt
𝑠)|(H
Ni22)|OHCl |Pt(Cl2 )
3 (𝑠)|Ni c) Zn|Zn(NO3 )2 || CuSO4 |Cu d) Hg, HgCl2 | KCl ||AgNO3 |Ag
617. In the problem 13, the dissociation constant of acid is :
a) 2.067 × 10−4 b) 1.02 × 10−4 c) 1.02 × 10−3 d) 1.02 × 10−5
618. Which are used as secondary reference electrodes?
a) Calomel electrode
b) Ag/AgCl electrode
c) Hg/Hg2 Cl2 − KCl electrode
d) All of the above
619. The amount of electricity required to produce one mole of copper from copper sulphate solution will be
a) 1 F b) 2.33 F c) 2 F d) 1.33 F
620. The weight ratio of Al and Ag deposited using the same quantity of current is :
a) 9 : 108 b) 2 : 12 c) 108 : 9 d) 3 : 8
621. When same electric current is passed through the solution of different electrolytes in series the amounts of
the element deposited on the electrode are in the ratio of their:
a) At.no. b) At.wt. c) Sp.gravity d) Eq.wt.
622. The metal used to recover copper from Asolution of CuSO4 is
a) Fe b) He c) Na d) Ag
623. If the half-cell reaction 𝐴 + 𝑒 ⟶ 𝐴− has a large negative reduction potential, it follows that :
a) 𝐴 is readily reduced b) 𝐴 is readily oxidized c) 𝐴− is readily reduced d) 𝐴− is readily oxidized
624. Same amount of electric current is passed through solutions of AgNO3 and HCl. If 1.08 g of silver is
obtained in the first case, the amount of hydrogen liberated at STP in the second case is
a) 224 cm3 b) 1.008 g c) 112 cm3 d) 22400 cm3
625. The standard emf of Agalvanic cell involving cell reaction with 𝑛 = 2 is found to be 0.295 V at 25 ℃. The
equilibrium constant of the reaction would be
(Given, 𝐹 = 96500 C mol−1 , 𝑅 = 8.314 JK −1 mol−1 )
a) 2.0 × 1011 b) 4.0 × 1012 c) 1.0 × 102 d) 1.0 × 1010
626. The correct order of chemical reactivity with water according to electrochemical series is:
a) K > Mg > Zn > Cu b) Mg > Zn > Cu > K c) K > Zn > Mg > Cu d) Cu > Zn > Mg > K
627. Calculate using appropriate molar conductance of the CH3 COOH from the molar conductances of
electrolytes listed below at infinite dilution in H2 O at 250C :
Electr KCl NaCl HCl NaOAc KNO3
ode
 S Cm2 149.9 126.5 426.2 91.0 145.0
mol− 1
a) 51.2 b) 552.7 c) 390.7 d) 217.5
628. The 𝐸° for half-cell Fe/Fe andCu/Cu are−0.44 V and+0.32 V respectively, then
2+ 2+

a) Cu2+ oxidises Fe b) Cu oxidises FeFe2+ c) Cu reduces Fe2+ d) Cu2+ oxidises Fe2+

629. The same amount of electricity was passed through two cells containing molten Al2 O3 and molten NaCl. If
1.8 g of Al were liberated in one cell, the amount of Na liberated in the other cell is :
a) 4.6 g b) 2.3 g c) 6.4 g d) 3.2 g
630. 1 mole of Al is deposited by 𝑋 coulomb of electricity passing through aluminium nitrate solution. The
number of mole of silver deposited by 𝑋 coulombof electricity from silver nitrate solution is :
a) 3 b) 4 c) 2 d) 1
631. The platinum electrodes were immersed in a solution of cupric sulphate and electric current was passed
through the solution. After some time, it was found that colour of copper sulphate disappeared with
evolution of gas at the electrode. The colourless solution contain
a) Copper sulphate b) Copper hydroxide c) Platinum sulphate d) Sulphuric acid
1 (c) The charge required to liberate one gram
Al → Al3+ + 3𝑒 − equivalent of an element is always equal to 1
faraday (𝑖. 𝑒. , = 96500 𝐶).
The charge required = 3 × 96500 C 16 (c)
2 (b) pH < 7; Aqueous solution of CuSO4 is acidic in
Eq. of H2 = Eq. of Cu nature. Furthermore some drops of H2 SO4 is also
0.504 𝑊 added during electrolysis.
∴ = 63.5/2
1 17 (a)
∴ 𝑊𝐶𝑢 = 16 g Anode is positive electrode and cathode is – ve
3 (a) electrode in electrolytic cell whereas, anode is
0.059
𝐸° = log𝐾𝑒𝑞 and ∆𝐺° = −𝑛𝐸°𝐹 – ve electrode and cathode is +ve electrode in
𝑛
∴ ∆𝐺° = +ve, 𝐸° will be − ve and𝐾𝑒𝑞 < 1;one electrochemical cells.
should not write ∆𝐺° > 0. 18 (c)
4 (d) △𝐺 =△𝐻 − 𝑇△𝑆
° For a spontaneous cell reaction, △ 𝐻 should be
𝐸cell = 0.87 + 0.40 = 1.27 V
negative and △ 𝑆 should be positive. Hence, △ 𝐺
Cell reaction ∶ Fe + Ni2 O3 → FeO + 2NiO should be negative.
19 (a)
5 (a) Cell reaction is Mg + Sn2+ → Mg 2+ + Sn
° °
The given values are𝐸𝑅𝑃 . More is 𝐸𝑅𝑃 more is the 0.0591 [Mg 2+ ]
°
tendency to gain electron or to show reduction or 𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log
2 [Sn2+ ]
to show strong oxidant nature. 0.0591 10−2
6 (d) = (2.34 − 0.14) − log −1 = 2.23 V
2 10
° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 Sn
+𝐸𝑅𝑃Fe
= 0.14 + (⎯0.44) 20 (a)
= −0.30 V pH of solution increases due to formation of LiOH
8 (a) or due to increase in [OH − ] because H + ions are
Smallest ion possesses maximum mobility. discharged at cathode in preference to Li+.
9 (a) 21 (a)
0 0 0 In the process of electro decomposition for
ΛM = Λ𝑎 + Λ𝑐
10 (c) purification of metal, impure metal acts as anode.
Molten NaCl possesses Na+ and Cl− ions. 22 (b)
11 (a) Specific conductivity (κ)
Given, that 1
= × cell constant
Zn / Zn2+ || Cu2+ / Cu R
∴ Zn is anode and Cu is cathode. Cell constant = 𝜅 × 𝑅
Given, = 0.0129 × 100 = 1.29
23 (b)
Zn2+ / Zn = − 0.76 V
According to Nernst equation.
Cu2+ / Cu = + 0.34 V
0.0591 [Cu2+ ]
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode °
𝐸cell = 𝐸Cell + log [Zn2+ ]
= 0.34 – (- 0.76) 2
= 0.34 + 0.76
0.0591 [Zn2+ ]
= 1.10 V °
𝐸cell = 𝐸Cell − log [Cu2+ ]
12 (a) 2
Net redox change is zero.
Or 𝑦 = 𝑐 + (−𝑚)𝑥
13 (a)
Thus, the slope is negative.
Cathode2H2 O + 2𝑒 − → H2 + 2OH −
1
24 (a)
Anode : H2 O → 2H + + O2 + 2𝑒 − In MnO−
2 4 the oxidation number of Mn is + 7.
14 (d) +7 +2
−
°
More is 𝐸𝑂𝑃 , more is reducing power of metal. ∴ Mn + 5𝑒 ⟶ Mn
15 (b) In the reaction, 5 electrons are involved hence 5

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 Faraday will be needed for the reduction of 1 ° 0.0591
= 𝐸cell − ×0
mole of MnO− 4. 2
Therefore, for 0.5 mole of MnO−4 , number of °
= 𝐸cell
Faradays required = 2.5 F
25 (a) ° 0.0591 0.1
3. 𝐸2 = 𝐸cell − 2
log 1
Anode is electrode at which oxidation occurs.
26 (b) 0.0591
°
MnO2 in Lechlanche cell. = 𝐸cell +
2
27 (d)
As Cr has maximum oxidation potential value, ∴ 𝐸3 > 𝐸2 > 𝐸1
therefore its oxidation should be easiest 36 (a)
Transport number of an ion
28 (d) current carried by that ion
More is reduction potential, more is the power to =
total current carried by both the ions
get itself reduced or greater is oxidising power. 37 (c)
29 (d) Reduction is always carried out at cathode.
𝐹 =𝑁 ×𝑒 38 (a)
30 (c) Reactions
NaCl gives Na+ and Cl− ions; (i) Fe(𝑠) → Fe2+ + 2𝑒 − , 𝐸 ° = + 0.44 V
−
At anode : Cl ⟶ (1/2)Cl2 + 𝑒
At cathode : H + ⟶ (1/2)H2 + 𝑒 and ∆𝐺1° = − 𝑛𝐸 ° 𝐹 = − 2 × 0.44 × 𝐹
31 (b) 1
Electrons flow from Zn to Cu in outside circuit and (ii)2H + + 2𝑒 − + O2 ⟶ H2 O(𝑙); 𝐸 ° = +1.23 𝑉
2
current from Cu to Zn.
32 (d) and ∆𝐺2° = − 2 × (+ 1.23) × 𝐹
° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode Net reaction,
Ni / Ni2+ [1.0 M] || Au3+ [1.0 M] | Au
𝐸cell (Au3+ / Au) = 0.150 V 1
Fe(𝑠) + 2H + + O2 → Fe2+ + H2 O(𝑙)
𝐸cell (Ni2+ / Ni) = − 0.25 V 2
° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode ∆𝐺3° = ∆𝐺1° + ∆𝐺2°
= 0.150 – (- 0.25)
= 0.15 + 0.25 = −2 × (+ 0.44) F + (− 2 × 1.23 × F)
= + 0.4 V
33 (b) = − 0.88 F × − 2.46 F = − 3.34 F
50 % H2 SO4aqueous solution can be electrolysed = − 3.34 × 96500 J
by using Pt electrodes as
2H2 SO4 → 2HSO− 4 + 2H
+
= −322.31 kJ = − 322 kJ
− −
2HSO4 → H2 S2 O8 + 2e (at anode)
34 (d) 39 (b)
It is fact. 2 faraday will deposit 2 eq. or 1 mole of Cu.
35 (d) 40 (a)
For the given cell, Cl2 is placed above F2 in electrochemical series,
0.0591 [𝑍𝑛2+ ] halogen placed below replaces the other from its
°
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log solution.
2 [𝐶𝑢2+ ]
° 0.0591 1 41 (d)
1. 𝐸1 = 𝐸cell − 2 log 0.1 ° 2.303𝑅𝑇
𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 𝑛𝐹 log 𝐾𝑒𝑞
0.0591 0.0591
° 0.295 = log 𝐾𝑒𝑞
= 𝐸cell − 2
2 ∴ log 𝐾𝑒𝑞 = 10
2. °
𝐸2 = 𝐸cell −
0.0591 1
log 1 ∴ 𝐾𝑒𝑞 = 1010
2
42 (c)

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 1 1 1 1.8 = 1.10 V
𝑘 = 𝑅 × 𝑎 = 32 × 5.4 = 0.0104
52 (a)
And 𝜆 = 𝑘 × 𝑉 = 0.0104 × 10,000 = 104
Here Fe acts as anode while Sn act as cathode. We
43 (d)
0.059 know that,
𝐸° = log 𝐾; °
𝐸cell °
= 𝐸cathode °
- 𝐸anode
𝑛
44 (c) = (-0.14) – (-0.44)
0.059 = - 0.14 + 0.44
𝐸° = log𝐾𝑐
𝑛 = 0.30 V
0.059
∴ 0.295 = 2 log𝐾𝑐 54 (d)
∴ 𝐾𝑐 = 1010 Ag + + 𝑒 − ⟶ Ag
45 (a) ∵ 96500 C are required to deposite Ag = 108 g
° ∴ 965 C are required to deposite Ag
High value for 𝐸𝑟𝑒𝑑 . Shows more electronegativity
108
𝑖. 𝑒., Zn is more electropositive than Fe. = × 965 = 1.08 g
° ° 96500
(𝐸Zn2+ /Zn < 𝐸Fe2+ /Fe ) 55 (a)
46 (b) Λ m = Λ 𝑒𝑞 .× valency factor;
Eq. of Cu = Eq. of Ag For NaCl, valency factor = 1;
𝑊 1.08
∴ 63.5/2 = 108 Molecular conductivity Λ m is defined as the
∴ 𝑊Cu = 0.3175 g conductance of all the ions present in a solution
47 (c) containing 1g molecule in it; Λ 𝑒𝑞 .is defined as the
The cell reaction is conductance of all the ions present in a solution
containing 1g equivalent in it.
H2 (g) + I2 (𝑠) ⇌ 2H + (𝑎𝑞) + 2I − (𝑎𝑞) 56 (a)
In electrochemical series, iron is placed below
0.0591 [H + ]2 [I− ]2
0.7714 = 0.535 − log sodium, so it cannot displace sodium from its salt
2 pH2 solution. Hence, no reaction takes place.
Fe + Na3 PO4 → No reaction
∴ pH = 3
57 (d)
48 (a) During electrolysis of NaCl(𝑎𝑞), H + ions are
𝐸Cr°
3+ /Cr2+ = − 0.41 V
discharged at cathode and the pH of solution
° increases due to decrease in[H + ].
𝐸Mn 3+ /Mn2+ = + 1.57 V
58 (d)
°
𝐸Fe 3+ /Fe2+ = + 0.77 V Galvanic cell is
°
𝐸Co3+ /Co2+ = + 1.97 V Cu (𝑠) | Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) || Hg 2+ (𝑎𝑞) | Hg (𝑙)
More negative value of 𝐸red °
indicates better In the above cell, oxidation of copper and
reducing agent thus easily oxidized. Thus, reduction of mercury takes place. Its cell reaction
oxidation of Cr 2+ to Cr 3+ is the easiest. is written as
49 (b) Cu (𝑠) + Hg 2+ (𝑎𝑞) → Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Hg (𝑙)
In other cells, two liquid are not present. 59 (a)
𝐸. 𝑖. 𝑡 1 × 0.4 × 30 × 60
50 (d) 𝑊= =
∆ ∆ 96500 96500
AgNO3 → Ag 2 O → Ag + O2 −3 7.46 ×103 ×22.4
= 7.46 × 10 g and volume =
51 (a) 2
2+ − ° = 0.0836 litre
Cu + 2e → Cu, 𝐸 = 0.34
60 (c)
Zn2+ + 2e− → Zn, 𝐸 ° = 0.76
° 2.303𝑅𝑇
In the cell, 𝐸cell = log 𝐾𝑒𝑞
2+ 2+ 𝑛𝐹
Cu | Cu || Zn | Zn ° 0.0591
anode cathode
𝐸cell = 𝑛 log 𝐾𝑒𝑞 [At 298 K]
In the cell , 0.0591
0.591 = log 𝐾𝑒𝑞
°
𝐸cell °
= 𝐸cathode °
− 𝐸anode 1
∴ log 𝐾𝑒𝑞 = 10
= 0.76 – (-0.34)
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 ∴ 𝐾𝑒𝑞 = 1 × 1010 𝑊 𝑖×𝑡
=
61 (c) 𝐸 96500
𝑊
°
The Gibb’s free energy change △ 𝐺 and emf (𝐸 ) of ∴ 𝐸 = 10−2 (Agis monovalent)
a reversible electrochemical cell are related by the ∴ 𝑄 = 𝑖 × 𝑡 = 96500 × 10−2 = 965 C
following expression. 69 (a)
°
△ 𝐺 = − 𝑛𝐹𝐸cell The tendency to gain electron is in the order 𝓏 >
or = − 𝑛𝐹𝐸 𝑦>𝑥
62 (b)
0.0591 Thus, 𝑦 + 𝑒 − → 𝑦 −
° +
𝐸 = 𝐸RP + log[𝑀 ]
𝑛 𝑥 → 𝑥− + 𝑒−
Given,
°
𝐸RP = − 2.36 V, [𝑀+ ] = 0.1 𝑀 70 (d)
𝑛 = 1 (for𝑀+ → 𝑀 ) NaCl, KNO3 , HClare strong electrolytes but the size
°
0.0591 of H + is smallest. Smaller the size of the ions,
𝐸 = 𝐸𝑅𝑃 + log[𝑀+ ]
𝑛 greater is the conductance and hence greater is
0.0591 the conductivity
= −2.36 + log 0.1
1 (κ = 𝐶 × cell constant).
= − 2.36 + 0.0591 × (−1)
71 (a)
= − 2.36 – 0.0591
Given, 𝑖 = 2.5𝐴
= − 2.419 𝑉
𝑡 = 6 min 26 𝑠 = 6 × 60 + 26 = 386𝑠
63 (d)
Number of coulomb passed = 𝑖 × 𝑡
1 faraday deposits 1 g equivalent of any
= 2.5 × 386
substance.
= 965 C
64 (b)
Cu + 2𝑒 − ⟶ Cu
2+
1
= 𝑘 × 𝑅 = 0.002765 × 400 ∴ 2 × 96500 C charge deposits Cu = 63.5 g
𝑎
= 1.106 cm−1. ∴ 965 C charge deposits
63.5
65 (d) Cu = × 965
0.059 [Fe2+ ] 2 × 96500
°
𝐸Cell = 𝐸cell + 2 log [Zn2+ ] = 0.3175 g
° 0.059
0.2905 = 𝐸cell + 2 log 0.10
0.01 72 (c)
°
Metal placed above in electrochemical series
∴ 𝐸cell = 0.32 replaces the other from its salt solutions.
° 0.059
No, 𝐸cell = 2 log10 𝐾 73 (c)
0.059 ° °
0.059 [Cu2+ ]
∴ 0.32 = log10 𝐾 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 + 𝐸 𝑅𝑃Cu + log
2 Zn
2 [Zn2+ ]
0.32/0.0295 0.059
𝐾 = 10 ∴ 1.1 = 0.78 + 𝐸𝑅𝑃 °
+ 2 1
Cu
67 (a) °
∴ 𝐸𝑅𝑃 = 0.32
Ni− + 2𝑒 − → Ni (at cathode) Cu2+ /Cu
°
Equivalent weight of Ni =
mol.wt. ∴ 𝐸𝑅𝑃 2+
= −0.32V
Cu /Cu
gain electron
58.7 74 (d)
= More the reduction potential, more is the power
2
= 29.35 to get itself reduced or lesser is reducing power or
𝑖 = 12A, 𝑡 = 1h = 60 × 60𝑠., greater is oxidizing power
eq. wt. 75 (a)
𝑍=
96500 Quantity of current is charge, 𝑖. 𝑒., coulomb or
𝑍𝑖𝑡 × efficiency ampere sec.
Weight of deposit Ni =
100 76 (d)
29.35 × 12 × 60 × 60 × 60
= Cobalt is anode, 𝑖𝑒, oxidation takes place on cobalt
96500 × 100 electrode 𝑖𝑒, cell reaction is
= 7.883 g
68 (a) Co + 2Ag + → Co2+ + 2Ag
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 ° 𝑅𝑇 [Co2+ ] 1 1
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − ln 𝜆= 𝑘 × 𝑉= × × 𝑉
𝑛𝐹 [Ag + ]2 𝑅 𝑎
1
[Co2+ ]
= × 0.66 × 100000
Thus, less is the factor °
, greater is the 𝐸cell 210
[Ag+ ] = 314. 28 mho cm2 eq.−1
82 (a)
77 (c) °
For a reaction to be feasible, the value of 𝐸cell
Electrolysis of water takes place as follows
H2 O ⇌ H+ + OH − must be positive.
Cathode anode Cu + 2HCl → CuCl2 + H2 (g)
At anod
°
𝐸cell = 𝐸H° +/H2 − 𝐸Cu
°
2+ /Cu
oxidation
OH − →⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ OH + e− = 0.00 – (+0.34) = -0.34 V
4OH ⟶ 2H2 O + O2 Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl2 + H2 (g)
At cathode
°
𝐸cell = 𝐸H° +/H2 − 𝐸Zn
°
2+ /Zn

Reduction = 0.00 – (-0.76) = +0.76 V

2H + + 2e− →⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ H2
1
Given, time, 𝑡 = 1930𝑠 Ag + 2HCl → AgCl + H2 (g)
2
Number of moles of hydrogen collected ° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸H+/H2 − 𝐸Ag2+/Ag
1120 × 10−3
= moles = 0.00 – (0.80) = - 0.80 V
22.4
= 0.05 moles Hence, only reaction (ii) is feasible.
∵ 1 mole of hydrogen is deposited by = 2 moles 83 (d)
of electrons Zn + MgCl2 →no reaction
∵ 0.05 moles of hydrogen will be deposited by
This type of reaction does not occur because
= 2 × 0.05
= 0.10 mole of electrons Mg 2+ 𝐸° = −2.37 V, whileZn2+ 𝐸 ° = −0.76 V
Charge, 𝒬 = 𝑛𝐹
= 0.1 × 96500 84 (c)
Charge,𝒬 = 𝑖𝑡 The ratio of amount deposited during the same
0.1 × 96500 = 𝑖 × 1930 charge takes place in the ratio of their equivalent
weights and is independent of solution
0.1 × 96500 concentration.
𝑖=
1930 85 (a)
= 5.0 A Electrical energy is provided during charging of
battery.
78 (d) 86 (b)
°
4. ∆𝐺 ° = −𝑛𝐹𝐸cell ∆𝐺 ° = −𝑛𝐹𝐸 °

° 2.303 𝑅𝑇 −21.2 = −1 × 96500 × 𝐸

5. 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 𝑛𝐹
log 𝐾𝑐
21.2
6. 𝑘 = 𝐴𝑒 −𝐸𝑎/𝑅𝑇 𝐸= = 0.220 V
96500
79 (b) 87 (c)
Cr2 O2− −
7 + 6𝑒 ⟶ 2Cr
3+
According to Kohlrausch’s law
Reduction of 1 mol of Cr2 O2−
7 to Cr
3+
required 6 Λ∞ ∞ ∞
ClCH2 COOH = Λ ClCH2 COO− + Λ H+
moles of electrons. Hence, charge required = 2 ×
Given from Kohlrausch law,
96500 C
Λ∞ −1 2
ClCH2 COONa = 224Ω cm g eq
−1
80 (b) ∞
1 length Λ∞ ∞
ClCH2 COONa = Λ ClCH2 COO− + Λ Na+ …(i)
Cell constant = =
𝑎 area Λ∞ −1 2
HCl = 203Ω cm g eq
−1
−1
∴ unit iscm . ∞
Λ HCl = Λ∞ ∞
H + Λ Cl …(ii)
81 (a) Λ∞ = 38.5 Ω−1 cm2 g eq−1
NaCl
∞
Λ∞NaCl = Λ Na+ + Λ Cl ….(iii)

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 Adding Eqs. (i) and (ii) and subtracting Eq. (iii) °
𝐸Cu /Cu2+ = 0.34 V
∞
Λ∞
ClCH2 COO− + Λ H+ ∴ Zn is anode (∵ It has higher oxidation
= Λ∞ ∞ ∞
ClCH2 COONa + Λ HCl − Λ NaCl potential)
= 224 + 203 – 38.5 °
∴ 𝐸Zn 2+ /Zn = − 0.76 𝑉
= 427 – 38.5 °
and 𝐸Cu 2+ /Cu = − 0.34 𝑉
= 388.5Ω−1 cm2 g eq−1 ° ° °
88 (b) 𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode
Cu is above Ag in electrochemical series and thus, = - 0.34 V – ( - 0.76 V)
Cu + 2Ag + ⟶ Cu2+ + 2Ag reaction occurs. = 0.34 V + 0.76 V
89 (b) = 0.42 V
The electrode potential of glass electrode depends 96 (c)
speed of ions
only on [H + ]. Ionic mobility = pot.gradient
90 (a) 97 (c)
𝐾 × 1000 4.23 x10−4 0.059
Λ𝑣 = = × 1000 𝐸 = 𝐸° − log[H + ] 2
𝑐 0.04 2
Λ
Also, 𝛼 = Λ∞𝑣 0.059
= 1.30 − log(10−2 )2
Λ −4
4.23 × 10 × 1000 2
∴ Λ∞ = 𝛼𝑣 = 0.236
0.04 × 0.0612
= 1.30 + = 1.418 V
= 172.8 2
91 (a) 98 (c)
Fluoro group causes negative inductive effect 0.059
𝐸° = log𝐾𝑐
increasing ionization, thus 0.1 M difluoroacetic 2
0.059
acid has highest electrical conductivity. 0.46 = log𝐾𝑐
2
log 𝐾𝑐 = 15.59
∴ 𝐾𝑐 = 3.9 × 1015
99 (c)
Cl in OCl−has oxidation number as +1.
Thus, Cl+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cl− (𝑖. 𝑒. , reduction of OCl−)
100 (c)
92 (b)
The oxidizing power of MnO− 4 /Mn
2+
couple
Zn is above iron in electrochemical series.
decreases by 0.38 V.
93 (c)
101 (d)
In case of attacked electrodes, metal dissolves at 0.059
°
anode and deposits at cathode. 𝐸cell = log𝐾𝑐
+ +
𝑛
[Ag ⟶ Ag + 𝑒 (anode); Ag + 𝑒 0.059
0.295 = 2 log 𝐾𝑐 ; ∵ 𝐾𝑐 = 1010
⟶ Ag(cathode)]
Thus, concentration of salt does not change. 102 (b)
94 (b) Fe being above Cu in electrochemical series and
𝜅 ×1000 thus, liberates Cu from CuSO4.
Equivalent conductivity (Λ eq ) = 𝐶
103 (a)
2Al + dil . H2 SO4 → Al2 SO4 + H2 ↑
cell costant
Conductivity (𝜅) = resistance
104 (a)
1.15 −1 °
= S cm As ‘𝐴’ has more 𝐸red value than 𝐵, 𝐴 will act as
250
cathode in the galvanic cell.
1.15 × 1000 Hence,
∴ Λ eq = 250 ×1 ° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode - 𝐸anode
Λ eq = 4.6 Ω−1 cm2 equiv −1
= (2.23) – (-1.43)
= 2.23 + 1.43 = 3.66 V
95 (a) 105 (d)
°
Given, 𝐸Zn /Zn 2+ = 0.76 V H2 SO4 will furnish maximum H + .

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106 (c) Also Fe3+ can be reduced to Fe2+ by H.
Hg is placed below H in electrochemical series. 118 (b)
107 (c) The cathode and anode reactions respectively are
4.5
Eq. of H2 = Eq. of Al = 27/3 = 0.5
Cu2+ + 2𝑒 − → Cu
∵ 1 eq. H2 = 11.2 L
∴ 0.5 eq. H2 = 5.6 L 2Cl− → Cl2 + 2𝑒 −
108 (b)
11.2 The two moles of electrons have been transferred
No. of moles of H2 = 22400 from anode to cathode to produce Cu andCl2 in a
No .of equivalence of hydrogen mole ratio of 1:1. Thus, 2F electricity is required
1.12 × 2
= = 10−4 119 (b)
22400
No. of Faradays required = 10−4 On dilution, ionic mobility increases but number
∴ Current to be passed in one second of ions present in 1 mL decreases; Thus, only
= 96500 × 10−4 conductivity decreases and rest all increases.
= 9.65 A 120 (d)
109 (d) 𝐸cell = 𝐸OPanode + 𝐸RPcathode
Nature of ion also includes size, charge on ion. = 𝐸OPanode − 𝐸OPcathode
110 (a) 121 (b)
During rusting, oxidation of iron takes place, 𝑖. 𝑒. , Electrode potential of cell must be positive for
it acts as anode. Hence, coating/connecting iron spontaneous reaction.
with metal of lower reduction potential (in Zn2+ ⟶ Zn ; 𝐸 ° = −0.76 𝑉
comparison to iron) is the best way to prevent its Cu2+ ⟶ Cu ; 𝐸 ° = −0.34 𝑉
rusting. In this process, the metal with low Redox reaction is
reduction potential undergoes oxidation (𝑖. 𝑒. acts Zn → Zn2+ + 2e− (oxidation)
as anode) while iron acts as cathode. (Cathodic Cu2+ + 2e− → Cu (reduction)
protection) 2+
Zn + Cu → Zn + Cu 2+
Use of saline water accelerates the process of °
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode °
− 𝐸anode
rusting thereby increasing the electric conduction = - 0.34 – (- 0.76)
of electrolyte solution formed on the metal = + 0.42 V
surface.
𝐸cell is positive , so above reaction is feasible.
111 (b) 122 (c)
° 0.059
𝐸𝑅𝑃 = 𝐸RP + 1 log[H + ] Among given elements, 𝐷 has the minimum
= 0 + 0.059× (−3) = −0.177 V. reduction potential (- 2.37 V) hence, it can
113 (a) displace all other from their salts.
° °
𝐸𝑜𝑝 of K >𝐸𝑂𝑝 of Al. 123 (a)
114 (d) Cr/Cr 3+ (0.1 M) || Fe2+ (0.01 M) | Fe
In concentration cell net redox change is zero and Oxidation half-cell; Cr → Cr 3+ + 3e− × 2
the decrease in free energy during transfer of Reduction half-cell; Fe2+ + 2𝑒 − → Fe × 3
matter is responsible for electrical work. Net cell reaction;
115 (b) 2Cr + 2Fe2+ → 2Cr 3+ + 3Fe (𝑛 = 6)
° ° °
Mn7+ + 5𝑒 ⟶ Mn2+ ; 𝐸cell = 𝐸oxidation − 𝐸reduction
Thus, 5 mole electron = 5 faraday. = 0.72 – 0.42
116 (b) = 0.30 V
°
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell
0.0592 [Cu
+ 𝑛 log [T1+ ]2
2+ ]
° ° 0.0591 [Cr 3+ ]2
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log
𝑛 [Fe2+ ]3
𝑛 = 2 0.0591 (0.1)2
∴ According to above equation 𝐸cell can be = 0.30 − log
6 (0.01)3
increased by increasing [ Cu2+].
0.0591 10−2
117 (c) = 0.30 − log −6
6 10
Only Zn and Fe are above H;
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 0.0591 ∴ °
2.46 = (+0.80) − 𝐸Al
= 0.30 – log 104 3+ /Al
6 °
Or 𝐸Al3+ /Al = 0.80 – 2.46 = − 1.66 V
𝐸cell = 0.2606 𝑉
124 (c) 134 (d)
° °
A thin film of Cr2 O3 is formed on Cr Surface. 𝐸° for reaction in (d) = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 Br
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃1
= −1.09 +
125 (b) (−0.54)
The unit of electrochemical equivalent (Z) is g/C. = −1.63 V
𝑤 = 𝑍. 𝑖. 𝑡 Since, 𝐸° is negative and thus, reaction is non-
𝑤 spontaneous.
∴ 𝑍 = g/𝐶
𝑖. 𝑡 136 (b)
126 (d) ∆𝐺° = −𝑛𝐹𝐸°
The elements which are below H2 in ∆𝐺° = −2.303 𝑅𝑇 log 𝐾𝑐
electrochemical series, cannot displaceH2 . ∴ 𝑛𝐹𝐸° = 2.303 𝑅𝑇 log 𝐾𝑐
∵Out of Li+ , Sr 2+ , Al3+ and Ag + , Ag + is below H2 in 𝑛𝐹𝐸°
electrochemical series, log 𝐾𝑐 =
2.303 𝑅𝑇
so Ag + cannot displaceH2 . 2 × 96500 × 0.295
=
127 (b) 2.303 × 8.314 × 298
As the reduction potential of Zn is less than that of log 𝐾𝑐 = 9.97
Ag, hence Zn will act as anode when Acell is made ∴ 𝐾𝑐 = 1 × 1010
using them. 137 (c)
Hence , the correct reaction will be The molar conductivity of potassium
Zn(s) → Zn2+ (aq) + 2e− (oxidation) hexacyanoferrate (II)
2Ag + (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − → 2Ag (𝑠) 𝑖. 𝑒. , K 4 [Fe(CN)6 ] is highest because it gives
Zn(𝑠) + 2Ag + (𝑎𝑞) → Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2Ag (𝑠) maximum number of ions on ionization.
128 (a) K 4 [Fe(CN)6 ] ⟶ 4K + + [Fe(CN)6 ]4−
𝑊 ∝ 𝑖 × 𝑡and 𝑊 = 𝑍 × 𝑖 × 𝑡. 139 (a)
129 (b) The metals having higher negative value of
𝑘 standard reduction potential are placed above
Cell constant = = 0.0212 × 55
C hydrogen in electrochemical series. The metals
= 1.166 cm−1 places above hydrogen has a great tendency to
130 (c) donate electrons or oxidising power. The metals
Reducing power, 𝑖𝑒, the tendency to lose electrons having great oxidizing power are strongest
increases as the reduction potential decreases reducing agent. Zn has higher negative value of
standard reduction potential. Therefore, it is the
131 (a)
1 strongest reducing agent.
7. Reducing character ∝ reduction potentials 140 (d)
𝑤 = 60 g
8. Oxidizing power of halogen decreases 𝑖 = 5A
from F2 to I2 because their reduction atomic weight
Equivalent weight of Ca =
potentials decreases from fluorine to valency

iodine. 40
= = 20
2
9. The reducing power of hydrogen halides According to first law of Faraday electrolysis
increases from hydrogen chloride to equivalent weight
𝑤 = 𝑍𝑖𝑡 = ×𝑖 ×𝑡
hydrogen iodide since, the stability of the 96500
𝐻 – 𝑋 bond decreases in the same order. 20
∴ 60 = ×5 ×𝑡
Hence, all statements are correct. 96500
96500 × 60
𝑡 = 𝑠
132 (d) 20 × 5
If 𝐸° = 0, then ∆𝐺° = −𝑛𝐸° 𝐹 = 0. 96500 × 60
= h
133 (d) 20 × 5 × 60 × 60
° ° ° = 16.08 h
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode
142 (b)
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 In Galvanic cell (Daniel cell) the electrical energy 0.32 × 2 0.32
∴ log 𝐾𝑐 = =
is produced from chemical reactions. 0.0591 0.0295
At anodeZn → Zn2+ + 2e− (oxidation) 0.32

At cathodeCu2+ + 2e− ⟶ Cu(reduction) 𝐾𝑐 = 100.295

Cell reactionZn + Cu2+ ⟶ Zn2+ + Cu
149 (d)
Or Zn(s) + CuSO4 (aq) → Cu(s) + ZnSO4 (aq)
When Alead storage battery is discharged, the
143 (b)
∞ ∞ following cell reactions take place.
Λ∞ ∞
AcOH = Λ AcONa + Λ HCl − Λ NaCl
At anode
= 91.0 + 426.2 – 126.5
Pb + H2 SO4 ⟶ PbSO4 + 2H + + 2e−
= 390.7
At cathode
144 (b)
°
PbO2 + 4H + + SO2− −
4 + 2e ⟶ PbSO4 + 2H2 O
The metal with more 𝐸𝑂𝑃 is oxidised.
150 (d)
145 (d)
2H + + 2𝑒 − → H2
° 0.05915
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log 𝒬 According to Nernst equation,
𝑛 0.0591 1
For standard hydrogen electrode, 𝐸 = 𝐸° + log + 2
° 𝑛 [H ]
𝐸cell = 0.00𝑉
0.0591
∴ 𝐸cell = −
0.05915
log 𝒬 𝐸 = 0 − log[H + ]2
𝑛 2
Given, pH = 1.0 = - 0.0591 pH
∴ [H + ] = 1 × 10−1 151 (a)
°
0.05915 1 𝐸Fe 2+ /Fe = −0.441 V
𝐸cell = − log +
𝑛 [H ] °
𝐸Fe 3+ /Fe = −0.771 V
[∵ The reaction occurring is 2H + + 2𝑒 − → H2 ] ° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 + 𝐸𝑅𝑃 (See redox
0.05915 Fe/Fe2+ Fe3+ /Fe2+
= + log(H + ) change)
1
= 0.05915 log(10−1 ) = + 0.441 + 0.771 = 1.212 V
= - 0.05915 V 152 (b)
= - 59.15 mV ° ° ° °
𝐸𝑂𝑃 Zn
> 𝐸𝑂𝑃 Cu
𝑜𝑟 𝐸𝑅𝑃Zn
< 𝐸𝑅𝑃Cu
146 (c) 153 (b)
1000 H2 SO4is strong electrolyte.
Λ°eq = κ ×
normality 154 (c)
0.005 × 1000 Λ0
= = 500 ohm−1 cm2 equiv −1 Λ𝑣 =
0.01 100
Λ𝑣 Λ0
∴ 𝛼= 0= = 0.01
147 (a) Λ 100Λ0
°
𝐸𝑂𝑃 of Mg > 𝐸𝑂𝑃°
of Al. 155 (b)
148 (a) 1
H | H + || Ag + | Ag
For the given cell, reaction is 2 2
° ° °
Zn + Fe2+ → Zn2+ + Fe 𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode
° °
0.0591 𝐶1 = 𝐸Ag+ /Ag − 𝐸 + 1
H / H
𝐸 = 𝐸° − log 2 2
𝑛 𝐶2
= (0.80) − (0.0) = 0.80 V
0.0591 𝐶
or, 𝐸° = 𝐸 + 𝑛
log 𝐶1
2
156 (a)
0.0591 10−2 Ions move towards opposite electrodes due to
= 0.2905 + log −3 = 0.32 V coulombic forces of attraction.
2 10
157 (c)
0.0591 °
More is 𝐸𝑅𝑃 , more is the tendency to get reduced.
𝐸° = log 𝐾c
2 °
𝐸𝑅𝑃 for Ag is maximum.

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158 (d) 900 C of current will deposit copper
°
𝐸𝑂𝑃 forLi/Li+ is maximum in these.
63.56
159 (b) = × 900
250 2 × 96500
250mL of 1 M AgNO3 contain = 1000
= 0.25 mole AgNO3 = 0.296 g
∵ Electricity required to liberate 1 g equivalent of
166 (b)
metal
Ionic mobility depends upon the charge to size
= 96500 C ratio of ion. The ionic size in case of hydrated
∴ Electricity required to liberate 0.25 g equivalent cation is
of metal
96500 × 0.25 K + (𝑎𝑞) < Na+ (𝑎𝑞) < Li+ (𝑎𝑞)
=
1
= 24125 C 167 (b)
160 (b) Eq. of 𝐴 = Eq. of 𝐵 = Eq. of 𝐶
2.1 2.7 7.2
1 faraday = 1 eq. of Cu = 1/2 mole Cu or = =
7/𝑛1 27/𝑛2 48/𝑛3
= 𝑁/2 atoms of Cu.
0.3 𝑛1 = 0.1𝑛2 = 0.15 𝑛3
161 (a) 𝑛2 𝑛3
∴ 𝑛1 = =
The metals, present below hydrogen in the 3 2

electrochemical series, cannot liberate hydrogen If 𝑛1 = 1 then𝑛2 = 3, 𝑛3 = 2

from the dilute acids. 168 (d)
Among the given metal only Ag is present below The electrode, which shows colour change during
hydrogen in electrochemical series, so it does not redox process is called indicator electrode.
evolve hydrogen withdil HCl. 169 (c)
Ag + dil. HCl → No reaction Molar conductivity or molar conductance
162 (b) (Λ 𝑚 ) = 𝜅 × 𝑉
1000
Any cell (like fuel cell), works when potential Λ𝑚 = 𝜅 ×
difference is developed. 𝐶𝑚
163 (a) Where, 𝐶𝑚 is molar concentration (mol L−1 )
1
𝑢𝑐 𝑢𝑎 ∴ Molar conductance (𝛬𝑚 ) ∝ (𝐶 )
𝑡𝑐 = , 𝑡𝑎 =
𝑢𝑎 + 𝑢𝑐 𝑢𝑎 + 𝑢𝑐 170 (b)
Where, 𝑢𝑎 and 𝑢𝑐 are speed of ion and 𝑡𝑐 and 𝑡𝑎 Rusting of iron is catalyzed by moist air.
are transport number of cation and anions 171 (b)
respectively of an electrolyte. 2H2 O + 2𝑒 − → H2 + 2OH −
Thus, 𝑡𝑐 + 𝑡𝑎 = 1 For 0.01 mole H2 , 0.02 mole of electrons are
164 (b) consumed charge required
We know that 1 Faraday charge liberates one = 0.02 × 96500 𝐶 = 𝑖 × 𝑡
gram- equivalent of a metal, hence 0.5 F charge 0.02 ×96500
Time required = 10 × 10−3
= 19.3 × 104 𝑠
will liberate
= 0.5 × 23
= 11.50 g of sodium (E = 23) 172 (b)
°
165 (b) Metal having higher 𝐸𝑂𝑃 replaces the other from
Current (𝑖) = 1.5 𝐴 its solution.
Time (𝑡) 10 min = 10 × 60 = 600 s 173 (a)
Quantity of electricity passed 𝑄 = 𝑖 × 𝑡 Eq. of Ag = Eq. of H2 ;
= (1.5 𝐴) × (600 𝑠) 𝑊 5600 × 2
=
= 900 𝐶 108 22400 × 1
∴ 𝑊Ag = 54 g
Copper is deposited as
Cu2+ + 2𝑒 − ⟶ Cu(𝑠) 174 (b)
2 moles of electrons or 2 × 96500 𝐶 of current Ag + + 𝑒 − → Ag
deposit copper = 63.56 g 9650 C = 0.1 F = 0.1 equivalent Ag
= 0.1 mol Ag
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 = 10.8 g Ag 185 (d)
175 (d) Strong electropositive metals (I group, II group
° and Al) cannot be obtained at cathode by
More or +ve is 𝐸𝑂𝑝 for an electrode more is its
reducing power and 𝑣𝑖𝑐𝑒 − 𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑎. electrolysing their aqueous salt solutions.
177 (b) 186 (b)
BeCl2 is predominantly more covalent among Weight of Cu Eq. wt. of Cu
=
halides of alkaline earth metals. Weight of H2 Eq. wt. of H2
178 (b) Weight of Cu 63.6/2
=
In CuSO4 ,change is Cu2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cu; 0.504 1
∴ Weight of Cu= 15.9 g
In CuCN, change is Cu+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Cu;
187 (b)
Thus, 𝑊 ∝ 𝐸Cu , which is more in CuCN.
179 (c) In presence of Hg electrode preferential discharge
of Na+ (in comparison to H + ) occurs.
𝐸° n𝐸 °
188 (b)
Mn2+ + 2e− → Mn -1.18 V -2.36
Specific conductivity of a solution decreases with
Mn3+ + e− → Mn2+ 1.51 V 1.51 V
dilution.
Mn3+ + 3e− → Mn − 0.28 − 0.85
189 (b)
180 (a)
Passage of current in electrolytic solution is due
2H − ⟶ H2 + 2𝑒; Hydrogen in CaH2 is ⎯ ve.
to migration of ions towards opposite electrodes.
181 (c)
190 (c)
1 mole of monovalent metal ion means charge of
𝑁 electrons 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃𝐿 + 𝐸𝑅𝑃𝑅 =−𝐸𝑅𝑃𝐿 + 𝐸𝑅𝑃𝑅 .
𝑖. 𝑒., 96500 C or 1 faraday. 191 (a)
182 (a) 𝐸° = 𝐸, when [Zn2+ ] = 1𝑀;
For strong electrolytes Λ 𝑣𝑠 √𝑐 plots are straight Also process is Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 ⟶ Zn(𝑠).
line. 192 (d)
183 (d) AgI (𝑠) + 𝑒 − ⇌ Ag (𝑠) + I − ; 𝐸 ° = 0.152 V
The metal should be capable of adsorbing H (𝑒.g., Ag (s) ⟶ Ag + + 𝑒 − 𝐸° = - 0.8 V
Pt). AgI (𝑠) ⟶ Ag + + I − 𝐸 ° = - 0.952
184 (b) ° 0.059
𝐸cell = log 𝐾𝑠𝑝
Laws of electrolysis were proposed by Michael 𝑛
0.059
Faraday in 1833. −0.952 = log 𝐾𝑠𝑝
1
10. Faraday’s first law “The mass of any
substance deposited or liberated at any −0.952
log 𝐾𝑠𝑝 = = − 16.135
electrode is directly proportional to the 0.059
quantity of electricity passed”.
193 (a)
∞ ∞
𝑖. 𝑒. , 𝑤 ∝ 𝑄 Λ∞ ∞
CH3 COOH = Λ CH3 COONa + Λ HCl − Λ NaCl
194 (a)
where, 𝑤 = mass of ions liberated in gram At cathode : Cu2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cu;
𝑄= quantity of electricity passed in coulombs. At anode : Cu ⟶ Cu2+ + 2𝑒
195 (d)
11. Faraday’s second law “When the same Wt. of Cu deposited eq. wt. of Cu
=
quantity of electricity is passed through Wt. of H2 produced eq. wt. of H
different electrolytes, the masses of 0.16 64/2 32
= =
different ions liberated at the electrodes wt. of H2 1 1
0.16
are directly proportional to their chemical Wt. of H2 = = 5 × 10−3 g
32
equivalents.” Volume of H2 liberated at STP
𝑤1 𝐸1 𝑍1 𝑖𝑡 𝐸1 22400
𝑖. 𝑒., = or = . = × 5 × 10−3 𝑐𝑐
𝑤2 𝐸2 𝑍2 𝑖𝑡 𝐸2 2
= 56 cc

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196 (a) does not react with that metal salt solution which
Faraday’s laws are independent of external metal is placed above in series.
factors. 208 (a)
197 (a) Cell representation is done as follows
° Anode | Anodic electrolyte || cathodic electrolyte |
𝐸𝑂𝑃 for Li is more,
+ cathode
Li ⟶ Li + 𝑒
Thus, Li is strong oxidant. (i) Oxidation is loss of electron and it takes place
198 (d) at anode. Reduction is gain of electron and it takes
All are electrolytic cells. place at cathode.
199 (a)
∴ For cell reaction,
96500 C or 1𝐹 will liberate 1 eq. of O2 or 1/4 mole
Zn + Cu2+ ⟶ Zn2+ + Cu
O2 or 5.6 litre O2 at NTP.
200 (a) Zn is anode and Cu is cathode.
96500C or 1 Faraday charge is required for the ∴ Cell representation is
deposition of 1 g-equivalent of a substance.
201 (c) Zn | Zn2+ || Cu2+ | Cu
Equivalent conductance =
1000 ×conductance ×cell constant 209 (c)
normality 2 × 96500 C electricity is used to liberate
−1 2 −1 2 −1
So, units are, Ω cm equiv or S cm equiv .
202 (b) = 22400 mL O2 at STP
For strong electrolytes the plot of molar
∴ 9.65 × 1000 C electricity will liberate
conductance (Λ 𝑚 ) 𝑣𝑠. √𝐶 is linear.
22400 × 9.65 × 1000
=
2 × 96500

= 1120mL

210 (d)
Oxidation half-cell

(Λ m )with√𝐶 for strong electrolyte. ClO− − −

3 → ClO2 + 2𝑒 ; 𝐸°𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = −0.36 V
203 (b)
Reduction half-cell
Λ∞ ∞ ∞
eq (NH4 OH) = Λ eq (NH4 Cl) + Λ eq (NaOH)
− Λ∞
eq (NaCl) ClO− − −
3 + 2𝑒 → ClO2 ; 𝐸°𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 0.33 V
= (149.74 + 248.1 – 126.4)
= 271.44 Ω−1 cm2 eq−1 𝑅𝑇
𝐸°cell = 0.33 − 0.36 = −0.03 = ln 𝐾
204 (c) 2𝐹
° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode or −0.03 =
0.059
log 𝐾or𝐾 = 0.1
° ° 2
𝐸Ag+ /Ag − 𝐸Cu + /Cu

= - 0.80 – 0.34 2ClO− − −

3 ⇌ ClO4 + ClO2
= + 0.46
0.1 − 2𝑥𝑥 𝑥
205 (c)
𝐸cell = 𝐸OP + 𝐸RP 𝑥2
Ni/Ni2+
2 Au3+ /Au
= 0.1
= °
𝐸𝑂𝑃 −
0.059
log[Ni2+ ] + °
𝐸𝑅𝑃 + (0.1 − 2𝑥)2
Ni 2 Au
0.059
3
log[Au3+ ] or𝑥 = 1.9 × 10−2
0.059 0.059
= 0.25 ⎯ 2
log(1.0) + 1.50 + 3
log 1.0
= 211 (a)
1.75 V Cu is placed above Ag in electrochemical series,
206 (d) hence it can replace Ag from its salts solution.
The metal placed below in electrochemical series Therefore, the reaction occur as follows
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 O +1 213 (d)
Oxidation
Cu + AgNO3 →⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ CuNO3 + Ag HClis strong electrolyte and H + has highest
212 (a) conducting power due to Grothus conductance.
𝐸°does not depend on stoichiometry of change.
214 (d)
Fe2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Fe; ⎯ ∆G1 = 2 × (−0.44) × 𝐹
3+
Fe + 3𝑒 ⟶ Fe ; − ∆G2 = 3 × (−0.036) × 𝐹
− − − + −
Fe2+ ⟶ Fe3+
+ 𝑒; ∆G3 = −0.88 + 0.108 = 0.772 or 0.772 = 1 × 𝐸° × 𝐹
∴ Fe + 𝑒 ⟶ Fe2+ ; 𝐸° = +0.772 V
3+

Above procedure should be used only when two half reactions on algebraic sum give a third half reaction.
215 (b) 221 (c)
Chromium is more electropositive metal than It is definition of Kohlrausch’s law.
iron. In stainless steel, chromium forms an oxide 222 (c)
layer and thus it protects steel from corrosion. Sn2+ → Sn4+ + 2𝑒 −
216 (b) 0.059 [Sn4+ ]
𝐸cell = 𝐸 ° - 𝑛 log [Sn2+]
Cu2+ + 2KI ⟶ CuI2 + 2K + ;
0.059 0.01
2CuI2 ⟶ Cu2 I2 + I2 = 𝐸 ° - 2 log [ 0.1 ]
217 (d) = 𝐸° + 2
0.059

Salt bridge is used to remove or eliminate liquid

224 (c)
junction potential arised due to different relative
Λ̊ CH3 COOH = Λ̊ HCl + Λ̊ CH3 COONa − Λ̊ NaCl
speed of ions of electrolytes at the junction of two
electrolytes in an electrochemical cell. Thus, a salt 225 (b)
bridge such as KCl is placed in between two Reduction always occurs at cathode during
electrolytes. A salt used for this purpose should electrolysis.
have almost same speeds of its cation and anion. 226 (a)
0.0591
218 (b) °
𝐸cell = log 𝐾𝑐
𝐸Ag × Q 108 × 9.65 2
𝑤Ag = = = 1.08 × 10−2 g 0.0591
96500 96500 0.59 = log 𝐾𝑐
2
= 10.8 mg 0.59 × 2
= log 𝐾𝑐
219 (d) 0.059
∴ log 𝐾𝑐 =20
Na2 S4 O6 is
𝐾𝑐 = antilog 20 = 1020
227 (c)
Given, current = 241.25 C
We know that 1 C electricity will deposit 1.118 ×
The two S atoms which are linked to each other 10−3 g of silver.
have 0 oxidation number. The oxidation number ∴ 241.25 C electricity will deposit
of other two S-atoms can be calculated as = (1.118 × 10−3 ) × 241.25
2𝑥 + 2 × 0 + 6 × −2 = −2 = 0.27 g of silver.
2𝑥 = 12 − 2 = 10 228 (a)
𝑥 = +5 CaF2 = 𝑘solution − 𝑘water
220 (a) 229 (a)
Higher the negative value of𝐸 ° , more is the More negative is the standard reduction potential,
reducing power. greater is the tendency to lose electrons and
The order of 𝐸 ° values (negative value) is hence, greater is the reactivity
−2.37 > −0.76 > −0.44
(Mg) (Zn) (Fe) 230 (a)
∴ Mg can reduce both Zn2+ andFe2+ . Zn can Follow Debye Hückel theory of strong
2+ 2+
reduce Fe , but not Mg . Fe cannot reduce Mg electrolytes.
and Zn but can oxidize them. 231 (d)

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 Given, mass of nitrobenzene = 12.3 g conductance of one centimeter cube (cc) of the
Molecular mass of nitrobenzene = 123 g solution of an electrolyte. Upon dilution, the
12.3 concentration of ions per cc decreases, so the
∴ Moles = 123
= 0.1
specific conductance falls. Thus, specific
conductance ∝ concentration of electrolytes,
hence specific conductance is least for the
solution for 0.002 N concentration.
242 (c)
According to Faraday law, number of ions
produced ∝ quantity of electricity passed
243 (c)
∴ H2 required for reduction of 0.1 mole 𝐸×𝑖×𝑡
nitrobenzene 𝑊=
96500
= 0.1 × 3 = 0.3 mol of hydrogen 𝐸 × 3 × 50 × 60
∴ 1.8 = 96500
∴ Amount of charge required to liberate 0.3 mol
of hydrogen ∴ 𝐸 = 19.3
= 2 × 96500 × 0.3 (∵ H2 ⟶ 2H + ) 244 (a)
= 57900 C At anode
232 (a) 2H2 O(𝑙) → O2 (g) + 4 H + (𝑎𝑞) + 4𝑒 −
𝑙 At cathode
Cell constant =
𝑎 2Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 4𝑒 − → 2Cu(𝑠)
Where, 𝑙 = distance between the electrode Net electrolysis reaction is
𝑎 = area of the electrode 2Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2H2 O(𝑙)
233 (d) → 2Cu(𝑠) + 4H + (𝑎𝑞) + O2 (g)
More is solute-solute interaction, lesser is So, H2 O is obtained.
conductance. More is solute-solvent interaction, 245 (a)
more is conductance. An increase in temperature During the electrolysis of fused NaCl, chloride ions
also increases conductance due to increase in are oxidized at anode and this process is called
ionic mobility. oxidation
234 (a)
°
𝐸Zn/Zn 2+ > 𝐸°H/H+ 246 (d)
235 (b) Since, reduction occurs at Ag electrode hence,
H2 SO4is strong electrolyte and thus, ionises increase in the concentration of Ag + or decrease
completely. in concentration of Cu2+ will increase the voltage.
236 (a) 247 (a)
Standard electrode potential of hydrogen Magnesium is more electropositive than zinc,
electrode is zero. hence it can reduce Zn2+ (magnesium is placed
237 (c) above zinc in electrochemical series).
HCl is an electrolyte. Mg + ZnO → MgO + Zn
238 (b) 248 (c)
Use of electrolysis is not done in the production of It is better to write unit as kg coulomb−1 in place
water. of g coulomb−1 .
239 (a) 249 (b)
No doubt Be is above Mg in periodic table but it is Cell reaction will be
below Mg in electrochemical series. Br2 + Sn2+ → 2Br − + Sn4+ , 𝐸 ° = 0.95 V
240 (a) ° 0.059
𝐸cell = log 𝐾eq
The ionic hydrides conduct electricity in molten 2
0.059
state and liberate H2 anode. 0.95 = log 𝐾eq
2
CaH2 + 2H2 O ⟶ Ca(OH)2 + 2H2 ↑ 0.95 × 2
241 (d) = log 𝐾eq
0.059
Specific conductance is defined as the 𝐾eq ≈ 1032

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250 (b) 258 (d)
It is either ohm−1 m−1 or Siemens −∆𝐺 = 𝑛𝐸𝐹
−1
m , 𝑖. 𝑒. , 𝑆 m . −1 − 966 × 103 = 4 × 𝐸 × 96500
251 (a) ∴ 𝐸 = −2.5 V
Ionic mobility Thus, an e.m.f. of + 2.5 is needed to carryout the
ionic conductance electrolytic reduction of Al2 O3 .
µAg+ =
96500 259 (c)
5 × 10−4 In Galvanic cell the electrical energy is produced
=
96500 from chemical reaction. 𝑖. 𝑒., chemical energy is
= 5.2 × 10−9 cm/s transformed into electrical energy.
252 (c) 260 (d)
Given, Faraday’s laws are independent of all other
Fe3+ + 3e− ⟶ Fe; 𝐸1° = - 0.036 V ….(i) external factors and 𝑊 ∝ 𝑄.
2+ − °
Fe + 2e ⟶ Fe; 𝐸2 = - 0.439 V ….(ii) 261 (b)
We need to calculate 1000
Λ= 𝑘 ×
Fe3+ + e− ⟶ Fe2+ E3° = ? …..(iii) 𝑀
We can obtain the (III) by subtracting II from I but 1 1000
=𝐶 × ×
𝐸3° , we can not obtain that way because electrode 𝑎 𝑀
Λ× 𝑎 × 𝑀
potential is intensive property. That’s when we ∴ 𝐶=
𝑙 × 1000
determine 𝐸3° calculating 𝑖. 𝑒. , 𝐶 ∝ conc.
∆𝐺3 = ∆𝐺1 − ∆𝐺2 ∝𝑎
(△G is an extenwise property) 1
∆𝐺3 = 3 × 0.036 𝐹 – 2 × 0.439 𝐹 ∝
𝑙
∆𝐺3 = 0.108 𝐹 – 0.878 𝐹 𝐶 × 𝑙 × 1000
∴ unit of constant(Λ) =
−1 × 𝐹 × 𝐸3° = −0.770 𝐹 𝑎 × 𝑀
𝐸3° = 0.770 𝐹 𝑆 ×m
= 2
253 (b) m × mole m−3
°
𝐸Cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 ° °
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃 = 𝑠 m2 mol−1
°
Sn
°
Pb
262 (c)
or𝐸𝑅𝑝 < 𝐸𝑅𝑃 , then Sn will oxidise to reduce
Sn Pb Cu can displace Ag from AgNO3 but it cannot
Pb2+ . liberate H2 from
254 (d) HCl because 𝐸𝑂𝑃 ° °
> 𝐸𝑂𝑃 °
and 𝐸𝑂𝑃 = −ve.
Cu Ag Cu
The substances which have lower reduction
263 (a)
potentials are stronger reducing agents. Hence,
Cell I : Fe ⟶ Fe2+ + 2e
the order of strength of reducing agent is
2Fe3+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ 2Fe2+
increases in the following order ∆𝐺° = −𝑛𝐸°𝐹
Cl− < Fe2+ < H2 < 𝑍𝑛 Fe + 2Fe3+ ⟶ n = 2 ;
Cell II : Fe ⟶ Fe3+ + 3e
strength of reducing agent increases
3Fe3+ + 3e ⟶ 3Fe2+
255 (d) ∆𝐺° = −𝑛𝐸°𝐹
̊Λ 𝑚 (CH3 COOH) = Λ̊ 𝑚 (CH3 COONa) + Λ̊ 𝑚 (HCl) 𝐹𝑒 + 2𝐹𝑒 3+ ⟶ 𝐹𝑒 2+ ; 𝑛 = 3;
Cell III : 2Fe3+ ⟶ 6e + 2Fe
− Λ̊ 𝑚 (NaCl)
3Fe ⟶ 3Fe2+ + 6𝑒
= 91.0 + 425.9 – 126.4 ∆𝐺° = −𝑛𝐸°𝐹
Fe + 2Fe3+ ⟶ 3Fe2+ ; 𝑛 = 3;
= 516.9 – 126.4
𝑛 and𝐸° are different for each cell.
= 390.5 Scm2 mol−1
264 (c)
256 (c)
CuSO4will react with elements placed above it in
AgNO3 + KCl ⟶ AgCl ↓ + KNO3 .
electrochemical series and it would not react with
257 (a)
elements places below it in electrochemical series.
Λ∞ ∞
m for BaCl2 = Λ m Ba
2+
+ 2Λ∞ m Cl
−
∴ CuSO4 reacts with Zn and Fe placed above it.
∴ Λ∞ ∞
eq for BaCl2 = 1/2Λ m Ba
2+
+ Λ∞ m Cl
−
CuSO4 + Fe → FeSO4 + Cu
= 127 / 2 + 76 CuSO4 + Zn → ZnSO4 + Cu
= 139.5 Ω−1 cm2
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 ∴ CuSO4 does not react with Ag, placed below it. subtracted we can obtained the value of Λ∘HOAc .
CuSO4 + Ag → no reaction. Thus, additional value required is Λ∘NaCl .
265 (c) 270 (c)
Rust is Fe2 O3 and Fe(OH)3 . Λ0CH3 COOH = Λ0CH3 COONa + Λ0HCl − Λ0NaCl
267 (c) 271 (b)
𝐸 ×𝑖×𝑡 Λ 𝑚 = Λ 𝑒𝑞 .× valency factor
𝑊=
96500
𝐸×𝑐×𝑡 = 314.28 × 2 = 628.56 mho cm2 mol−1
∴ 𝑃= 272 (a)
96500
268 (a) 𝑡K+ + 𝑡Cl− = 1
2+ +
The required reaction (Cu + Cu → 2Cu ) can be ∴ 𝑡K+ = 1 − 0.505 = 0.495
obtained by using the following reactions 273 (a)
In voltaic cells net redox change brings in passage
Cu2+ + 𝑒 − → Cu+ , 𝐸°Cu2+/ Cu+ = 0.15 V …(i)
of current. In concentration cells transfer of
Cu2+ + 2𝑒 − → Cu, 𝐸°Cu2+/ Cu = 0.34 V …(ii) matter brings in passage of current.
274 (c)
Multiplying Eq. (i) by 2, we get H + gets discharged at cathode and thus, [OH − ]
increases in solution.
2Cu2+ + 2𝑒 − → 2Cu+ , 275 (b)
Fe3+ and Fe (CN)3− 6 are oxidants. Higher is 𝐸𝑅𝑃
°
∆𝐺1 = −𝑛𝐹𝐸 = −2 × 𝐹 × 0.15 …(iii)
stronger is oxidant.
°
2+ −
Cu + 2𝑒 → Cu Fe3+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Fe2+ ; 𝐸𝑅𝑃 = 0.77 V
[Fe(CN)6 ] + 𝑒 ⟶ [Fe(CN)6 ]4− ; 𝐸𝑅𝑃
3− °
= 0.35 V
∆𝐺2 = −𝑛𝐹𝐸 = −2 × 𝐹 × 0.34 …(iv) 276 (a)
1
Subtract the Eq. (iv) from Eq. (iii) 𝜅 = 𝑅 ×cell constant

Cu2+ + Cu → 2Cu+ ∴ Cell constant= κ × 𝑅 = 0.012 × 55 = 0.66 cm−1

∆𝐺3 = −𝑛𝐹𝐸 = −1 × 𝐹 × 𝐸° 277 (c)

𝐸×𝑖×𝑡
Also ∆𝐺3 = ∆𝐺1 − ∆𝐺2 𝑊=
96500
36.5 × 𝑖 × 360 × 60
∴ −1 𝐹𝐸° = (−2𝐹 × 0.15) − (−2𝐹 × 0.34) ∴ 20 =
96500
= 2.45 ampere
𝐸° = −0.38 278 (b)
°
𝐸cell for the reaction 𝑀+ + 𝑋 − → 𝑀 + 𝑋 is given
This is the value for the reaction
as follows
° °
Cu2+ + Cu → 2Cu+ = 𝐸cathode + 𝐸anode
= 0.44 V + 0.33 V
But the given reaction is just reverse of it = + 0.11 V
°
∴ 𝐸cell for given reaction = + 0.38 V Since, 𝐸cell is positive for the above reaction .
Hence, this reaction is spontaneous.
269 (d) 279 (a)
According to Kohlrausch’s law 1
At anode; H
2 2
+ OH − → H2 O + 𝑒 −
O 1
∥ At cathode; H+ + 𝑒 − ⇌ H
2 2
[NaOAc = CH3 C − O− Na+ ] Redox change; H + + OH − ⇌ H2 O
Λ∘CH3 COOH = Λ∘CH3 COO− + Λ∘H+ …(i) [H2 O]
𝐾 =
Λ∘HCl = Λ∘H+ + Λ∘Cl− ..(ii) [H + ][OH − ]
𝑅𝑇
Λ CH3 COONa = Λ CH3 COO− + Λ∘Na+ …(iii)
∘ ∘
𝐸° = In𝐾𝑤
𝐹
Thus, on adding (ii) and (iii), if Λ∘Na+ and Λ∘Cl− are 280 (b)

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 °
𝐸𝑀 2+ /𝑀 values follow the order with negative sign So, Cu+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − ⇌ Cu (𝑠) , 𝐸 ° = + 0.53 𝑉
Mn < 𝐶𝑟 < 𝐹𝑒 < 𝐶𝑜
°
𝐶𝑢+ (𝑎𝑞) ⇌ 𝐶𝑢2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − ; 𝐸 ° = − 0.15 V
𝐸𝑅𝑃 -1.18 -0.74 -0.44 -0.27 V
281 (c) 2Cu+ (aq) ⇌ Cu2+ (aq) + Cu (s); E 0 = +0.38V
The number of ions present in solution as well as 286 (d)
ionic mobility increase on dilution in case of weak The cell reaction is,
electrolytes and thus, equivalent conductivity 1
H (g) + AgCl(s)⟶ H + (aq) + Cl− (aq) + Ag (s)
2 2
increases. Also in case of strong electrolytes only
Obviously, here hydrogen is being oxidized and
ionic mobility increases with dilution and thus,
AgCl is getting reduced. Hence, the correct cell
equivalent conductivity increases. For weak
representation will be
electrolytes, dilution causes increase in number of
Pt | H2 (g) , HCl solution || AgCl(s) | 𝐴𝑔
ions as well as increase in ionic mobility.
287 (b)
282 (b)
For all Zn | Zn2+ (A = 0.1 M) || Fe2+ (A =
Specific conductance = conductance × cell
0.01 M) | Fe.
constant
The cell reaction,
1
1.3 Sm−1 = S × cell constant Zn(𝑠) → Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 −
50
∴ Cell constant Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − → Fe (𝑠)
−1 −1 −1
= 1.3 × 50 m = 65 m = (65/100)cm
Zn(𝑠) + Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) → Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Fe (𝑠)
1000 ×conductance ×cell constant On applying Nernst equation,
Molar conductivity = molarity
1000 1 65 0.0591 [Zn2+ ]
= × × = 6.25 Scm2 mol−1 °
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log10
0.4 260 100 𝑛 [Fe2+ ]
= 6.25 × 10−4 Sm2 mol−1
° 0.0591 0.1
0.2905 = 𝐸cell − − log10
283 (d) 2 0.01
There will be no passage of current and ions will °
0.2905 = 𝐸cell − 0.0295 × log10 10
show simply diffusion.
284 (c) °
0.2905 = 𝐸cell − 0.0295 × 1
From given data (from ∆𝐺 ° = − 𝑛𝐸 ° 𝐹 )
12. Cu (𝑠) → Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − °
∴ 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 0.2905 + 0.0295 = 0.32 V

∆𝐺1° = − 2 × (− 0.34) × 𝐹 At equilibrium (𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 0)

13. Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − → Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) ° 0.0591

𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log10 𝐾𝑐
𝑛
∆𝐺2° = − 1 × ( 0.15) 𝐹
° 0.0591
∴ 0 = 𝐸cell − 𝑛
log10 𝐾𝑐
On addition,
° 0.0591
or𝐸cell = log10 𝐾𝑐
Cu (𝑠) → Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 𝑒 − . ∆𝐺1° = − 1 × 𝐸 ° × 𝐹 2

∆𝐺3° = ∆𝐺1° + ∆𝐺2° 0.0591

0.32 = log10 𝐾𝑐
2
= (− 2 × − 0.34 × 𝐹) + ( − 1 × 0.15 × 𝐹)
or 𝐾𝑐 = 100.32/0.0295
=+ 0.68 F – 0.15 F = 0.53 F
288 (a)
0r 𝐸 °
= − 0.53 𝑉 sp. conductance
Cell constant =
conductance
Reaction, 289 (a)
1 0.8
Cell constant = 𝑎 = 1.2 = 0.66 cm−1 .
2Cu+ (𝑎𝑞) ⇌ Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Cu (𝑠), 𝐸 ° = ?

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290 (c) Hence, equilibrium is displaced towards right and
Eq. of Ag = Eq. of Hg 2+ = Eq. ofHg 2+
2 𝐸cell increases.
0.216 𝑊Hg2+ 𝑊Hg2+
2
or 108
= 𝑎/2
= 𝑎/1
; (and 𝑎 = 200.6) 296 (c)
291 (a) ° 0.059 [Ag + ]2
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell + log
Among Cu, Al, Fe and Zn, Al occupies highest 2 [Sn2+ ]
position in electrochemical series. 297 (a)
Al displaces Cu, Fe and Zn from their salts. ∆𝐺 ° = − 𝑛𝐹𝐸 °
292 (a) Fe2+ + 2𝑒 − ⟶ Fe
We know from Kohlrausch’s law ∆𝐺 ° = − 2 × F × (− 0.440 V)
⋀°CH3 COOH = ⋀°CH3 COONa + ⋀°HCl − ⋀°NaCl = 0.880 F …(i)
3+ −
293 (d) Fe + 3𝑒 ⟶ Fe
For the cell, Ni | Ni2+ || Au3+ | Au ∆𝐺 ° = − 3 × F × (− 0.036 V)
°
Given, 𝐸Ni 2+ /Ni = −0.25V
= 0.108 F …(ii)
° On subtracting Eqs. (i) from (ii)
𝐸Au 3+ /Au = +1.5 𝑉
Fe3+ + 𝑒 − → Fe2+
Here, Ni is anode and Au is cathode.
∆𝐺 ° = 0.108 F – 0.880 F = − 0.772 F
∴ 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝐶 − 𝐸𝐴
°
∆𝐺 ° − 0.772 𝐹
= 1.5 – (-0.25) 𝐸 = − = − = + 0.772 V
𝑛𝐹 1 ×𝐹
= 1.5 + 0.25 298 (b)
= 1.75 V ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃Al + 𝐸𝑅𝑃
294 (c) °
H

∴ 1.66 = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 +0
For the cell reaction, Fe acts as cathode and Sn as Al

anode 300 (a)

∞ ∞
Λ∞ ∞
NH4 OH = Λ NH4 Cl + 𝜆OH− − 𝜆Cl−
Hence, 302 (c)
° ° °
Number of g-equivalent = number of faraday pass
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode
4g=4F
= −0.44 − (−0.14) = −0.30 V
303 (c)
The negative emf suggests that the reaction goes Eq. of Al deposited = 5
spontaneously in reversed direction 27
∴ wt.of Al = 5 × 3
= 45 g
295 (c) 304 (d)
Zn (𝑠) + 2H + (𝑎𝑞) → Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞) + H2 (g) At equilibrium 𝐸cell = 0.
[Zn2+ ] 305 (b)
Reaction quotient 𝑄 = [H+ ]2
For, Sn(𝑠) + 2Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) → 2Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Sn2+ (𝑎𝑞)
Corresponding cell is
Zn | Zn2+ (C1 ) || H + (aq) | Pt (H2 ) °
𝐸cell °
= 𝐸Sn/Sn °
2+ + 𝐸Fe3+ /Fe2+
-anode + cathode

° 0.0591 = (0.14) + (0.77) = 0.91 V

and 𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − 2
log 𝐾
306 (c)
° 0.0591 [Zn2+ ] This is Kohlrausch law for 𝑎2 𝑏 type of
= 𝐸cell − log + 2
2 [H ] electrolytes.
307 (b)
° 0.0591 [H + ]2 ° °
= 𝐸cell + log 𝐸𝑂𝑃 = −𝐸𝑅𝑃 for any element.
2 [Zn2+ ]
308 (d)
If H2 SO4 is added to cathodic compartment, Rusting of iron is catalysed by [H + ]
(towards reactant side), then 𝒬 decreases (due to
309 (d)
increase in H + ). 1
Resistivity =
𝑘
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 1 dry cell battery.
Or 𝑘 = 15.8 ohm−1 cm−1
𝑘 × 1000 1 × 49 × 1000 Zn + 2NH4 Cl → Zn (NH3 )2 Cl2 + H2 ↑
Also, Λ 𝑣 = = Colourless
𝑀 18.5 × 15
Λ𝑣 1 × 49 × 1000 gas
Now, 𝛼 = = 18.5 × 15 × 348 = 0.507
Λ𝑀 316 (d)
Or = 50.7% Reducing character is based upon higher negative
310 (b) value of reduction electrode potential.
° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸anode(op) − 𝐸cathode(op) Thus , order of reducing character is
= 0.76 – 0.41 𝐵 > 𝐶 > 𝐴
= +0.35 V 317 (a)
°
312 (b) More is 𝐸𝑂𝑃 , more is the tendency to get itself
Standard oxidation potentials of Zn, Cu, Ag and Ni oxidised and more is reducing power. Given
electrode are + 0.76, - 0.34, - 0.80 and + 0.25 V °
values are of𝐸𝑂𝑃 .
respectively. (Given) 318 (a)
2+ − 1
Zn + 2e → Zn ; 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = - 0.76 V
Oxidizing tensdncy ∝
Cu2+ + 2e− → Cu ; 𝐸cell = + 0.34 V electrode potential
+ − 𝑇𝑋 → No reaction
Ag + e → Ag ; 𝐸cell = + 0.80 V
2+ − 𝑇𝑌 → 𝑋, 𝑍
Ni + 2e → Ni ; 𝐸cell = - 0.25 V
2+ 𝑇𝑍 → 𝑋
14. Cu + 2Ag (aq) → Cu (aq) + 2 Ag
⇒ Order of electrode potential is
° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode 𝑇𝑌 < 𝑇𝑍 < 𝑇𝑋
𝐸cell = 0.80 – 0.34 = 0.46 V ⇒ Order of oxidation of the anion is
𝑌− > 𝑍− > 𝑋−
15. Zn + 2 Ag + (aq) → Zn2+ (aq) + 2 Ag
319 (a)
𝐸cell = 0.80 – (− 0.76) = 1.56 𝑉 In the internal circuit of Agalvanic cell ions flow
while in the external circuit, there is Aflow of
(maximum voltage) electrons from zinc rod to copper rod.
321 (c)
16. H2 + Ni2+ (aq) → 2H + (aq) + Ni
Sn (𝑎𝑞) + 2Fe3+ (𝑎𝑞) → 2Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + Sn2+ (𝑎𝑞)
° ° °
𝐸cell = − 0.25 𝑉 𝐸cell = 𝐸oxi + 𝐸red
° °
= 𝐸Sn /Sn2+ + 𝐸Fe3 / Fe2+
17. Zn + Cu2+ (aq) → Zn2+ (aq) + Cu
Given , 𝐸°Sn2+/ Sn = − 0.14 𝑉
°
𝐸cell = 0.34 – ( − 0.76) = 1.00 𝑉 ∴ 𝐸Sn /Sn2+ = + 0.14 V
°
𝐸Fe 3+ / Fe2+ = 0.77 V
18. Zn + 2 H + (aq) → Zn2+ (aq) + H2
°
𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 0.14 + 0.77 = 0.91 V
𝐸cell = 0 – ( 0.76 𝑉) = 0.76 𝑉 322 (d)
Zn2+ + 2e− ⟶ Zn; 𝐸 ° = −0.76 𝑉
313 (c)
Fe2+ + 2e− ⟶ Fe; 𝐸 ° = −0.44 𝑉
Cuvoltameter or Cu or Ag coulometer are used to
Cell reaction is
detect the amount deposited on an electrode
Fe2+ + Zn ⟶ Zn2+ + Fe
during passage of known charge through solution.
°
314 (d) 𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode
°
𝐸𝑅𝑃 °
= 1.33 V and 𝐸𝑅𝑃 = 0.77 V = - 0.44 – (0.76)
Cr2 O2−
7 /Cr
3+ Fe3+ /Fe2+
= - 0.44 + 0.76
°
∴ 𝐸𝑂𝑃 2+ 3+
is more thus it will oxidise or =0.32 V
Fe /Fe

electron will flow from Fe electrode to Cr 323 (c)

electrode. Also Fe electrode will be negative. Also. Reduction hydrogen half-cell is
° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃Fe + 𝐸𝑅𝑃Cr = −0.77 + 1.33 H + | (𝑥𝑀) | Pt (H2 )
315 (c) +
H2 gas is evolved, when Zn reacts with NH4 Cl in Pressure𝑝H2
Half – cell reaction is
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 2H + (𝑎𝑞) + 2e− ⟶ H2 (g) 336 (a)
Reaction quotient 0.059
𝐸1 = 𝐸° − log[H + ]1
= 𝒬 = 𝑃𝐻2 /[H + ]2 , 𝑛 = 2 1
0.0591 0.0591 0.059
°
𝐸red = 𝐸red − log 𝒬 = 0 − log 𝒬 𝐸2 = 𝐸° − log[H + ]2
𝑛 2 1
𝑷𝑯𝟐 [𝐇 + ] 𝓠 𝑬𝐫𝐞𝐝 on adding (also 𝐸H° = 0)
(a) 1atm 2.0 M 0.25 +ve 0.059
𝐸1 + 𝐸2 = − [log(H + )1 + log(H + )2 ]
(b) 1atm 1.0 M 1.0 0 1
(c) 2atm 1.0 M 2.0 -ve Now for CH3 COOH = CH3COO− + H +
(d) 2atm 2.0 M 0.50 +ve 𝐾𝑎 [CH3 COOH]
[H + ] =
°
𝐸red = 0.00 V for standard hydrogen electrode [CH3 COO− ]
𝑦
If 𝑄 > 1, then 𝐸𝑟𝑒𝑑 = -ve. ∴ [H + ]1 = 𝐾𝑎 . 𝑥
Thus, correct answer is (c). 𝑥
[H + ]2 = 𝐾𝑎 .
324 (a) 𝑦
0.059 𝐾 .𝑦 𝐾𝑎 .𝑥
During the electrolysis of an aqueous solution of ∴ 𝐸1 + 𝐸2 = − [log 𝑎𝑥 + log ]
1 𝑦
MgSO4 between inert electrodes, the products
= −0.059[2 log 𝐾𝑎 ]
available on the cathode and the anode are H2 (g) 𝐸 +𝐸
1 2
and O2 (g) respectively. log 𝐾𝑎 = 2 ×(−0.059)
326 (d) log 𝐾𝑎 =
𝐸1 +𝐸2
0.118
Follow Kohlrausch’s law. 𝐸1 +𝐸2
or p𝐾𝑎 =
328 (a) 0.118
Because in it covalent bonding is present 337 (a)
𝐸×𝑖×𝑡
𝑊=
329 (b) 96500
112 × 2 1 × 𝑖 ×965
Cations carrying positive charge move towards ∴ 22400 = 96500
cathode where they get discharged. ∴ 𝑖 = 1 ampere
330 (a) 338 (d)
The PH of 0.1 M HCl and 0.1 M acetic acid is pH = 3, [H + ] = 10−3
°
not the same, because HCl is a strong acid, 𝐸 = 𝐸red + 0.059 log (ion)
𝐸 = 0 + 0.059 log (10−3 )
so its pH is more and CH3 COOH is a weak acid, 𝐸 = + 0.059 (−3) = − 0.177 𝑉
339 (d)
so its pH is less °
Given, 𝐸cell = 0.34 𝑉
° ° °
331 (d) 𝐸cell = 𝐸(Cu 2+ /Cu) − 𝐸(H /H+ )
2
Electrochemical cell are based upon the reaction °
0.34 = 𝐸(Cu2+ /Cu) − 0.00
between various electrolytes. The reaction given °
∴ 𝐸(Cu 2+ /Cu) = + 0.34
in option (d) does not involve electrolytes, so it
cannot be Abase for electrochemical cell. 340 (d)
333 (a) Reduction potential of hydrogen electrode,
°
The element having more 𝐸𝑂𝑃 is oxidised and 2.303𝑅𝑇 1
other is to be reduced. 𝐸H = − log +
𝐹 [H ]
334 (a)
atomic mass = −0.059 pH = −0.059 × 3 = −0.177 V
Ag + + 𝑒 − → Ag, 𝐸Ag = = 108
1
341 (c)
𝑤Ag 108 AgorCu voltameters or coulometers are used to
Number of faraday = = =1
𝐸Ag 108 measure the total charge passed through solution
in terms of weight of Ag or Cu deposited there on
335 (a)
voltameter or coulometer cathode.
[H + ] = 𝑐. 𝛼 = 0.0133 × 0.1
342 (b)
= 0.00133 M.
Reaction for electrolysis of water is
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 2H2 O ⇌ 4H + + 2O2− aqueous HCl medium but it will also oxidise Cl− to
2O2− → O2 + 4𝑒 − Cl2 .Suitable oxidant should not oxidise Cl− to
4𝑒 − + 4H + → 2H2 Cl2 and should only oxidiseFe2+ to Fe3+ in redox
∴ 𝑛 = 4, titrations.
So, 4 F charge liberates = 1 mol = 22.4 dm3 349 (c)
oxygen This is representation of standard hydrogen
22.4 electrode.
∴ 1 F charge will liberate= 4
= 5.6 dm3 oxygen
350 (a)
343 (a)
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝐶 − 𝐸𝐴
𝑄 = 2.5 × 386 = 965 C °
2F(2 × 96500 C) deposited, Cu = 63.5 g Given, 𝐸Ag + /Ag = 0.80 V

Hence, 965 C will deposit, Cu = 0.3175 g H2 | H + || Ag + | Ag

344 (b) ∴ Hydrogen is anode and silver is cathode.
Given, product = 0.1 M and reactant = 1 M 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝐶 − 𝐸𝐴
° °
0.0591 [products] = 0.80 – 0 (∵𝐸H° + /H = 0)
𝐸cell = E𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 − log
2 [reactants] = 0.80 V
° 0.1 351 (d)
1.50 = 𝐸cell − 0.02955 log [ ]
1 1
°
𝐸cell = 1.470 𝑉 2H + + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2 ; 2OH − ⟶ H2 O + O2 + 2𝑒
2
°
𝐸cell = 𝐸H° + /H2 − 𝐸𝑀
°
/𝑀 2+
352 (b)
𝐸°𝑀 /𝑀2+ = − 1.470 Fe2+ + 2𝑒 − → Fe
°
So,𝐸𝑀 2+ /𝑀 = 1.470 𝑉 56
𝐸Fe = = 28
345 (c) 2
° 0.059 [Cu2+ ]
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell + log ; 𝑤Fe = EFe × number of faraday
2 [Zn2+ ]
Thus, on doubling concentration of both Cu2+ and = 28 × 3 = 84 g
2+
Zn , there will be no effect no 𝐸cell .
346 (a) 353 (a)
Λ∞ ∞ ∞ 𝑤 = 𝑍𝑖𝑡
H2 O = 𝜆H+ + Λ OH−
347 (a) 32.69 × 5 × 60 × 40
𝜅 = Λ eq ∙ 𝐶 ∴𝑤= = 4.065 g
96500
2.54 354 (a)
= (91 Ω−1 cm2 eq−1 ) ( eq ∙ cm−3 )
159/2 × 1000 Velocities of both K + and NO− 3 are nearly the
same in KNO3 , so it is used to make salt-bridge
= 2.9 × 10−3 Ω−1 cm−1 355 (b)
348 (a) It is secondary reference electrode.
MnO− − 356 (a)
4 will oxidise Cl ion according to equation
° ° °
Mn7+ + 5𝑒 ⟶ Mn2+ 𝐸cell = 𝐸red (cathode) − 𝐸oxi (anode)
° °
2Cl− ⟶ Cl2 + 2𝑒 = 𝐸Ag+ /Ag − 𝐸Cu+ /Cu2+
° ° °
Thus, 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃Cl− /Cl
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃 − 2+ = 0.80 – (+ 0.34) = + 0.46 V
2 MnO4 /Mn

= −1.40 + 1.51 = 0.11 Vor reaction is 357 (c)

feasible MnO− 2+
to Fe3+ Because conductance increases when the
4 will oxidise Fe
Mn7+ + 5𝑒 ⟶ Mn2+ dissociation is more
Fe2+ ⟶ Fe3+ + 𝑒 358 (a)
° ° At cathode 2H + (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − → 2H
∴ 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 2+ 3+
+ 𝐸 −
MnO4 /Mn 2+
Fe /Fe

= −0.77 + 1.51 1
2H + O2 → H2 O
= 0.74 V or reaction is feasible 2
Thus, MnO−
4 will not oxidise Fe
2+
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 ________________________________ Where 𝑅 is resistance, ρ is specific resistance
and𝑙, 𝑎 are length and area of cross-section of
1
2H + + O2 + 2𝑒 − → H2 O wire.
2 1
∵ 𝜅= where 𝜅 is conductivity
𝝆
________________________________ 1 1 1
Then 𝜅 = × 𝑎 = 𝐶 × 𝑎 ;
𝑅
359 (b) Where 𝐶 is conductance = 𝑅
1
N
Resistance of solution = 2.5 × 103 Ω Also, Equivalent conductivity = Conductivity
10
1 ×𝑉in mL where 𝑉 is solution containing 1
κ = × cell constant
resistance equivalent in it or
1 1000
= × 1.25 Eq. conductivity = 𝜅 ×
2.5 × 103 𝑁
1.25 × 10−3 366 (b)
= = 5 × 10−4 Ω−1 cm−1 1 g atom of Mg = 2g eq. Mg = 2 faraday.
2.5
Equivalent conductance 367 (b)
𝜅 × 100 NaCl ⟶ Na+ + Cl−
=
𝑀 molten
5 × 10−4 × 1000 At cathodeNa+ + 𝑒 − ⟶ Na
=
1/10 At anode2Cl− − 2𝑒 − ⟶ Cl2
= 5Ω−1 cm2 equiv −1 When one mole of NaCl is electrolysed, 1 mole Na
360 (d) 1
and 2 mole Cl2 is obtained.
In concentration cell, two electrolytic solutions of 230
same electrolyte but having different Thus, when 230 g( = 10mol) Na is formed, the
23
moles of
concentrations (𝑒. g., Pt H2 |HCl| |HCl| Pt H2 ) are moles of Na
𝑐1 𝑐2
Cl2 obtained will be = 2
used. Moreover electrolyte of one strength but 10
electrodes of two different concentrations are = 2
used. = 5.0 mol
361 (b) 368 (a)
° ° ° 1
Ecell = E(RHS) − E(LHS) = 1.61 − 1.51 = 0.10 V Cell reaction : H2 (g) + Ag + (𝑥) ⇌ Ag(𝑥) +
2
H + (1 M)
∆𝐺 ° = −𝑛𝐹𝐸 °
0.0591 [H + ]
= −5 × 96500 × 0.10 J 𝐸 = 𝐸° = − log
𝑛 [Ag + ]
∆𝐺 ° = −48.25 kJ 0.0591 1
0.503 = 0.80 − log
362 (a) 1 𝑥
𝐸×𝑖×𝑡
𝑊= 𝑥 = 9.43 × 10−6 M
96500
63.5 ×𝑖×𝑡
or 0.635 = 2 ×96500 Number of moles of Ag + in 350 mL
∴ 𝑖 × 𝑡 = 1930 C
9.43 × 10−6 × 350
363 (c) = = 3.3 × 10−6
1000
Given fact is :𝑋 is above 𝑍 and 𝑌 in
electrochemical series and thus, 𝑍 cannot displace Mass of Ag = 3.3 × 10−6 × 108 = 3.56 × 10−4 g
𝑋 from its salt.
3.56 ×10−4
364 (b) % of Ag in the ore = 1.05 × 100
The charging of lead storage battery involves the
reverse reactions shown in answer 5. = 0.0339%
365 (d)
1 1 1 369 (a)
∵ 𝑅 ∝ 𝑙 and, 𝑅 ∝ ∴ 𝑅 ∝ 𝑜𝑟 𝑅 = ρ. Λ 15.8
𝑎 𝑎 𝑎 𝛼 = ∞𝑣 = = =0.04514
Λ 350

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370 (c) 2 × 87 g MnO2 required 2 × 96500 F charge
0.059 [H + ]RHE 2 × 96500 × 8
𝐸cell = log + 8 g MnO2 =
1 [H ]LHE 2 × 87
10−3
= 0.059log −8 = 0.059 × 5 = 0.295 V = 8873.56 F
10
371 (a)
[Zn2+ ] 𝒬 = 𝑖𝑡
° 0.059
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log
𝑛 [Cu2+ ] 8873.56 = 2 × 10−3 × 𝑡
0.059 0.1 8873.56 × 103
= 1.10 − log 𝑡 =
2 0.1
2
= 1.10 V = 4436781.5 s
372 (c) 4436781.5
Ag is below Cu in electrochemical series. Metal =
24 × 60 × 60
placed above replaces other placed below in
series. = 51.35 days
373 (b)
379 (d)
Eq. of Ni = Eq. of Cr
0.3 𝑊 The cell reaction is
∴ 59/2 = 52/3 Cd (s) + 2AgCl (s) → 2 Ag (s) + Cd2+ (aq) + 2Cl−
∴ 𝑊𝐶𝑟 = 0.176 g (aq)
374 (b) 𝐸1 = 0.6915 V at 0℃
NaCl + KNO3 ⟶ NaNO3 + KCl 𝐸2 = 0.6753 V at 25℃
KCl – NaCl 𝜕 𝐸 𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝐸 2 − 𝐸1
Now, 𝜕𝑇
= 𝑇 −𝑇
2 1
Molar conductivities 152 128 0.6753−0.6915
Difference = 24 S cm2 mol−1 =
298−273
Molar conductivities of KNO3 = 111 = - 6.48 × 10−4
Molar conductivities of NaNO3 = 111 – 24 𝜕𝐸
△S =nF [ 𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙]
2 −1 𝜕𝑇
= 87 S cm mol
Now, we put the value
375 (d)
△S = 2 × 96500 (- 6.48 × 10−4 ) = - 125.064
The degree of ionisation of an electrolyte
We know that,
increases with dilution and temperature as well
△G = −𝑛𝐹𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙
as in presence of polar solvent.
= - 2 × 96500 × 0.6753
376 (a)
°
= - 1.303 × 105
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝐶 − 𝐸𝐴
As, △G = △H - T△S
= - 0.45 – (-2.37) For calculating △H = △G + T△S
= -1.92 V
= - 1.303 × 105 + 298 (- 125.064 kJ)
Mg (s) | Mg 2+ (aq)𝑥 M || Fe2+ (aq) 0.01 M | Fe (s)
△H = - 1.6726 × 105 J
The cell reaction is
= - 167.26 kJ
Mg + Fe2+ → Mg 2+ + Fe
381 (c)
° 0.059 [Mg 2+ ] 0.0591
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log 𝐸red = 0.78 + log(10−7 )2
𝑛 [Fe2+ ] 1
0.059 𝑥 = 0.78 − 0.059 × 7 = 0.367 V
1.92 = 1.92 – log
𝑛 0.01 382 (b)
−0.059 𝑥 wt. of Al deposited eq. wt. of Al
0 = log =
2 0.01 wt. of Cu deposited eq. wt. of Cu
∴ 𝑥 = 0.01 M
2.7 27/3
377 (d) =
wt. of Cu 63.5/2
Follow theory of corrosion.
wt. of Cu = 9.525 g
378 (b)
383 (d)
2MnO2 (𝑠) + Zn2+ + 2𝑒 − ⟶ ZnMn2 O4 (𝑠)
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 𝐸 = 𝑄. 𝑉 = 1C × 1V = 1J. It is unit of energy. 390 (a)
Also 1J = 107erg. 𝜆0 5 × 10−3
𝑢0 = = = 5.18 × 10−8
384 (a) 96500 96500
° 0.059 391 (b)
𝐸Cu/Cu2+ = 𝐸Cu/Cu 2+ − log[Cu2+ ]
2 𝑄 = 10−6 × 1C ;
2+ ] 2+
if log[Cu = 0, 𝑖. 𝑒. , [Cu ] = 1, then𝐸Cu/Cu2+ = Also, 96500 C = 6.023 × 1023 electrons.
°
𝐸Cu/Cu 2+ 392 (c)
° ° According to Faraday Ist law
or 𝑂𝐴 = 𝐸Cu/Cu 2+ = −𝐸Cu/Cu2+ = −0.34

0.059
𝑤 = 𝑍𝑖𝑡
Now, 𝐸Cu/Cu2+ = −0.34 − 2 log 0.1 Where, 𝑤 = amount of substance
0.059 𝑍 = Faraday constant or electrochemical
= − 0.34 + V
2 equivalent
385 (a) 𝑖 = current in ampere
° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 𝐿
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃𝑅 = − 𝜙 𝐿 + 𝜙 𝑅 . 𝑡 = time in second
386 (b) If 𝑖 = 1, 𝑡 = 1, 𝑤 = 𝑍
Pb is above Ag and below Ni in electrochemical 393 (c)
series. 96500 C current produces 12 g Mg
387 (b) 9.65 C current produces
Smaller is the size of ion, more is hydration, lesser 12 × 9.65
= = 1.2 × 10−3 g Mg
is mobility, i.e., mobility of ion in aqueous solution 96500
decreases with decreases with decrease in size of 1.2 × 10−3
= = 5 × 10−5 mol Mg
hydrated ion. 24
388 (d) 𝑅 — 𝑋 + 𝑀𝑔 ⟶ 𝑅𝑀𝑔𝑋 Grignard reagent
1 5 × 10−5 5 × 10−5
H2 O ⟶ H2 + O2 . Mol mol
2
+ − Hence, number of moles of 𝑅Mg𝑋 produced =
2H + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2
∴ 1 mole of H2 is liberated from 2 moles of 5 × 10−5 .
electrons. 394 (a)
2 moles electrons = 2 F charge ∆𝐺 = ∆𝐻 − 𝑇∆𝑆, ∆𝐺 = −𝑛𝐸𝐹 and
= 2 × 96500 C charge 𝜕(∆𝐺)
∆𝐺 = ∆𝐻 + 𝑇 [ ]
Given , 𝑖 = 4 𝐴, 𝑡 = 30 min 𝜕𝑇 𝑃
∴ 2 × 96500 C charge liberates 𝜕𝐸
= 22400mL H2 at NTP ∴ ∆𝐻 = −𝑛𝐹 [𝐸 − 𝑇 ( ) ]
𝜕𝑇 𝑃
∴ 4 × 30 × 60 C charge liberates 𝜕𝐸
∴ ∆𝑆 = 𝑛𝐹 (𝜕𝑇 )
22400 𝑃
= × 4 × 30 × 60 mL H2 395 (a)
2 × 96500
= 835.6mL Equal equivalent of each are liberated.
= 0.836 L of H2 Eq. of 𝑋 = Eq. of 𝑌
𝑊1 𝑊
389 (d) = 2 ∴ 𝑊1 = 𝑊2
2𝑀/2 𝑀/1
𝑅 = 100Ω
396 (a)
1 𝑙
𝜅 = ( ) ∆𝐺° = −𝑛𝐹𝐸°
𝑅 𝑎
𝑙 −1
Fe2+ + 2𝑒 − → Fe …(i)
(cell constant) = 1.29 × 100m
𝑎 ∆𝐺° = −2 × 𝐹 × (−0.440 V) = 0.880 F
Given, 𝑅 = 520Ω; 𝐶 = 0.2 M Fe3+ + 3𝑒 − → Fe …(ii)
µ (molar conductivity) =? ∆𝐺° = −3 × 𝐹 × (−0.036) = 0.108 F
𝜇 = 𝜅 × 𝑉 On subtracting Eqs. (i) from (ii), we get
1 𝑙
(𝜅 can be calculated as 𝜅 = 𝑅 (𝑎) now cell Fe3+ + 𝑒 − → Fe2+
constant is known) ∆𝐺° = 0.108 F − 0.880 F = −0.772 F
1 1000 ∆𝐺° (−0.772 F)
Hence, µ = 520 × 129 × 0.2 × 10−6 m3 𝐸° for the reaction = − =−
𝑛𝐹 1×F
= 12.4 × 10−4 S m2 mol−1 = +0.772 V
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397 (c) ∴ −1 × 𝐸° × 𝐹 = 0.52 𝐹 ⟹ 𝐸° = 0.52 V
°
𝐸cell °
= 𝐸𝑂𝑃ZN
°
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃Cu
𝐸°RPCu 408 (c)
= 0.76 + 0.34 = +1.10 V. Only oxidation occurs at anode. Also discharge
398 (d) potential of H2 O is less than discharge potential of
∞ ∞
𝜆𝑐 = 𝜇𝑐 × Faraday; SO2−4 .
𝜆∞ ∞
𝑎 = 𝜇𝑎 × Faraday;
409 (c)
∞ ∞ ∞ ° °
Also, 𝜆electrolyte = 𝜆𝑎 × 𝜆𝑐 . Calculate 𝐸cell for each. For (C)𝐸cell = 3.6 V.
399 (a) 410 (c)
Metal undergoes oxidation during corrosion and 6 × 1023 electron = 1 eq.
thus, act as anode. 411 (d)
° ° °
400 (c) 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 I
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃 II
; I is oxidised, II is reduced.
−
MnO4 is itself a strong oxidant. 412 (a)
401 (c) Charge = 2 × charge of electron = 2 × 1.602 ×
Eq. of Al = Eq. of Cu = Eq. of Na 10−19 C.
1 1
or 3 mole Al = 2 mole Cu = 1 mole Na 414 (a)
or 2 : 3 : 6 or 1 : 1.5 : 3 mole ratio. The substances which have lower reduction
potentials are stronger reducing agent. The
402 (c)
In Agalvanic cell, oxidation (𝑖. 𝑒., removal of𝑒 − ) reduction potential of zinc is lowest among these
occurs at anode. These electrons flow through hence, it is the strongest reducing agent.
416 (c)
external circuit from anode to cathode. Therefore,
the direction of current in external circuit is from Mg → Mg 2+ + 2e− (at anode)
cathode (- ve) to anode (+ ve). Cu2+ + 2e− → Cu (at cathode)
° ° °
403 (a) 𝐸cell = 𝐸cathode − 𝐸anode
2Br − (𝑎𝑞) + Cl2 ⟶ 2Cl− (𝑎𝑞) + Br2 = + 0.34 – (- 2.37)
Bromine is relased by chlorine as more reactive = + 2.71 V
halogen displaces less reactive halogen from their 417 (a)
salt solutions. As ammonia is added the concentration of H +
404 (a) decreases, thus oxidation potential increases by
𝐸𝑅𝑃°
for H is maximum in these. 0.65
405 (d) 418 (d)
Eq. of Fe2+ = Eq. of Fe3+ In presence of attacked electrodes (Ni electrodes
𝑊1 𝑊2 with Ni salt), the metal gets dissolved at anode
or = 𝐴/3
𝐴/2 and metal ions get discharged at cathode.
𝑊Fe2+ 3
or 𝑊 =2 419 (a)
Fe3+
A cation having highest reduction potential will be
406 (b)
reduced first and so on. However, Mg 2+ in
Λ̊ 𝑚 (NH4 Cl) = Λ̊ 𝑚 (NH4+ ) + Λ̊ 𝑚 (Cl− )
aqueous solution will not be reduced
…..(i)
°
Λ̊ 𝑚 (NaOH) = Λ̊ 𝑚 (Na+ ) + Λ̊ 𝑚 (OH − ) …..(ii) (EMg 2+ / Mg < E 1
H2 O/ H2 +OH−
). Instead water would
2
Λ̊ 𝑚 (NaCl) = Λ̊ 𝑚 (NH + ) + Λ̊ 𝑚 (Cl− ) be reduced in preference
…..(iii) 420 (d)
By (i) + (ii) + (iii) Mercury cannot displace hydrogen from acid. The
4Λ̊ 𝑚 (NH4 OH) = Λ̊ 𝑚 (NH4 ) + Λ̊ 𝑚 (OH )
+ − reason can be explained on the basis of
= Λ̊ 𝑚 (NH4 Cl) + Λ̊ 𝑚 (NaOH) electrochemical series. The metal, which is placed
above hydrogen in this series, can displace
− Λ̊ 𝑚 (NaCl)
hydrogen from an acid. Mercury is placed below
407 (b)
hydrogen in ECS, hence, it cannot displace
Cu2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cu; ∆𝐺1° = −2 × 0.337 × 𝐹
hydrogen from an acid.
Cu2+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Cu+ ; ∆𝐺2° = 1× 0.513 × 𝐹
− − − − + 421 (a)
This is Kohlrausch law for 𝐴𝑥𝐵𝑦.
Cu+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Cu; ∆𝐺3° = ∆𝐺1° − ∆𝐺2° = −0.52 𝐹

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422 (c) °
𝐸cell forZn|Zn2+ ||Ni2+ |Ni is positive
°
Sn4+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Sn2+ ; 𝐸𝑅𝑝 = 0.15 V 𝐸° = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 ° °
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃 = 0.76 − 0.23 = 0.53 V
𝑍𝑛 Ni
°
Cr 3+ + 3𝑒 ⟶ Cr; 𝐸𝑅𝑃 = −0.74 (Higher
𝐸𝑂𝑃 )
Redox change 2Cr + 2Sn4+ ⟶ 2Cr 3+ + 3Sn2+
° °
∴ 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃Cr
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃Sn
= 0.74 + 0.15 = +0.89 V
423 (c)
424 (d)
Fe3+ + 3𝑒 ⟶ Fe; −∆𝐺1° = −0.36 × 𝐹 × 3
Fe2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Fe; −∆𝐺2° = −0. 439 × 𝐹 × 2
⎯ ⎯ ⎯ +
Fe3+ + e ⟶ Fe2+ ; −∆𝐺° = [3 × (−0.36𝐹) + 2 × (0.439𝐹)]
∴ +1 × 𝐹 × 𝐸° = [3 × (−0.36𝐹) + 2 × (0.439 𝐹)]
or 𝐸° = [3 × (−0.36) + 2 × 0.439]V
425 (d) the non-metal placed below in series, replaces
° 0.059 𝑀 other from its solution.
E = 𝐸 - 𝑛 log [𝑀𝑛+]
0.059 products 432 (a)
= 𝐸 ° - 𝑛 log [reactants] In a galvanic cell, the electrons flow from anode to
E = 0 at equilibrium cathode through the external circuit. At anode
0.059
0 = 𝐸 ° - 𝑛 log 𝐾𝑒𝑞 (−ve pole) oxidation and at cathode (+ pole)
𝑛𝐸 ° reduction takes place
Or log 𝐾𝑒𝑞 = 0.059
1 ×0.36
Or log 𝐾𝑒𝑞 = 0.059 = 6.09 433 (b)
H + is lightest ion and thus, possesses maximum
𝐾𝑒𝑞 = 1.2 × 106
velocity among monovalent ions.
426 (c)
Electrolytes on dissolution in water furnish ions 434 (b)
and these ions carry charge towards opposite H2 O ⟶ H2 + 1/2O2
electrodes. ∴ Mole ratio of H2 O: O2 ∷ 1: 1/2
427 (a) 435 (c)
𝐸 × 𝑖 × 𝑡 23 × 5 × 10 × 69 ° °
𝐸𝑂𝑃 = +Ve thus, E𝑅𝑃 = −ve.
𝑊Na = =
96500 96500 436 (c)
= 0.715 g 𝑊 𝑖𝑡
Eq. of Al formed 𝐸 = 96500
429 (b)
4 × 104 × 6 × 60 × 60 × 27 27
2H2 O ⇌ 4H + + 2O2− ∴ 𝑊Al =
96500
(𝐸 = )
3
At cathode, 4H + + 4𝑒 − → 2H2 ∴ 𝑊Al = 8.05 × 104 g
At anode, 2O2− − 4𝑒 − → O2 437 (c)
∴ 4 Faraday of charge liberates = 1 mol H2 undergoes oxidation and AgCl(Ag + ) undergoes
3
= 22.4 dm O2 reduction
∴ 1 Faraday of charge liberates
22.4 438 (c)
= × 1 The ions which lies below H + in electrochemical
4
= 5.6 dm3 O2 series, displace H + from solution.
430 (c) ∵ Cu2+ lies below H + in electrochemical series.
2 3+ 2 ∴ Cu2+ions displace H + when H2 gas is
(Al )2 + 4𝑒 − ⟶ Al
3 3 bubbled in solution containing these ions.
2 2− −
or 3 (O )3 ⟶ 4𝑒 + O2 439 (b)
−∆𝐺 = 𝑛𝐹𝐸 (𝐸 is potential required) Anode at which oxidation occurs is represented at
960 × 1000 left hand side.
𝐸= − = −2.5 V
4 × 96500 440 (a)
431 (c) Ionic conductance is ionic mobility × Faraday.
Cl is placed below Br in electrochemical series; 441 (d)
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 1𝐹 = 𝑁 × 𝑒 = 𝐸 g = 96500 C ∴ Cu2+
aq + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cu; ∆𝐺3° = ⎯[2 × 𝐸3° × 𝐹]
442 (b) ∴ 2𝐸3° = 0.65 V or 𝐸3° = 0.325 V
Standard electrode potential is measured by 451 (c)
voltmeter. When the solution of a weak electrolyte is diluted,
443 (a) the volume of the solution increases, hence
Cl2 + 2Kl ⟶ 2KCl + I2 ;iodine will be liberated equivalent conductivity (𝜆𝑐 ) increases. However,
first to impart violet colour to CHCl3 layer. during this process, the number of current
444 (b) carrying particles per cm2 decreases, hence
𝐸 × 𝑖 × 𝑡 𝐸 × 3 × 50 × 60 specific conductivity (𝐾𝑐 ) decreases.
𝑤metal = =
96500 96500 452 (b)
96500 × 𝑤 96500 × 1.8 ° °
0.059 [H + ]2RHE 𝑃1
∴𝐸= = = 19.3 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃H + 𝐸𝑅𝑃H + log + 2
3 × 50 × 60 3 × 50 × 60 2 [H ]LHE 𝑃2
−3
(10 ) 2
0.059
445 (a) = log (𝐸 ° = 𝐸𝑅𝑃°
)
2 (10−2 )2 𝑂𝑃
Given, current (𝑖) = 0.25 mA = 0.025 A
= − 0.059 V
Time (𝑡) = 60 s
Thus, cell reaction is non-spontaneous.
𝑄 = 𝑖 × 𝑡 = 60 × 0.025 = 1.5 C
453 (c)
1.5 × 6.023 × 1023
No. of electrons = From Kohlrausch’s law
96500 Λ∞ ∞ ∞
𝑚 = v+ 𝜆+ + v− 𝜆−
𝑒 − = 9.36 × 1018
For CaCl2
Ca → Ca2+ + 2𝑒 − ∞ ∞
Λ∞m (CaCl2 ) = Λ Ca2+ + 2Λ Cl−
2𝑒 − are required to deposite one Ca atom
= 118.88 × 10−4 + 2 × 77.33 × 10−4
9.36 × 1018 𝑒 − will be used to deposite
= 118.88 × 10−4 + 154.66 × 10−4
9.36 × 1018
= = 4.68 × 1018 = 273.54 × 10−4 m2 mho mol−1
2
446 (b) 455 (b)
If 𝐹 is Faraday and 𝑁 is Avogadro number, charge In case of very dilute solution of NaCl, electrolysis
of brings in the following changes :
1
electron =
𝐹 Anode : 2OH − ⟶ H2 O + O2 + 2𝑒
2
𝑁
447 (b) Cathode : 2H + + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2
Half-cell reaction is 456 (b)
Mg lie above Cu in electrochemical series and
Cr2 O2− + −
7 + 14H + 6𝑒 → 2Cr
3+
+ 7H2 O hence, Cu electrode acts as cathode
° ° °
°
𝐸cell = 𝐸Cu 2+ / Cu = 𝐸Mg2+ / Mg
𝐸Cr2 O2−
7 /Cr
3+ − 𝐸
Cr 2− 3+
2 O7 / Cr °
∴ 2.70 V = 0.34 − 𝐸Mg2+ /Mg

°
0.0591 [Cr 3+ ]2 ∴ 𝐸Mg2+ / Mg = −2.36 V
=− log
𝑛 [Cr2 O2−
7 ][H ]
+ 14
457 (a)
This, is Hückel-Onsager equation.
0.0591
= log[10−3 ]14 = −0.414 V 458 (c)
6
Number of equivalents of silver formed
448 (d) = number of equivalents of copper formed
3 In AgNO3 , Ag is in+1 oxidation state
2Fe + O2 ⟶ Fe2 O3
2 Brown In CuSO4 , Cu is in+2 oxidation state
Cu + CO2 + H2 O ⟶ CuCO3 . Cu (OH)2 108
Green
Equivalent weight of Ag = 1
= 108
Ag + H2 S ⟶ Ag 2 S 63.6
Black
Equivalent weight of Cu = 2
= 31.8
450 (c) 𝑤1 𝐸1
=
Cu2+ +
aq + 𝑒 ⟶ Cuaq ; ∆𝐺1° = ⎯[1 × 0.15 × 𝐹] 𝑤2 𝐸2
Cu2+ 10.79 108
aq + 𝑒 ⟶ Cu ; ∴ =
∆𝐺2° = ⎯[1 × 0.50 × 𝐹] 𝑤Cu 31.8
On adding
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 10.79×31.8 0.1 M 1M
Or𝑤Cu = 108
= 3.2 g
[Zn2+ ] 1
459 (b) 𝑄 = = = 10
Energy = charge × potential [Cu2+ ] 0.1
0.0591
= 1 × 100 × 115 J 𝐸cell = 1.10 – log 10
2
= 11.5 kJ
= 1.10 – 0.0295
460 (d)
= 1.0705 V
Cu is below Fe in electrochemical series.
466 (a)
461 (c) ∞
(126 Scm2 mol−1 )Λ∞ ∞
NaCl = Λ Na+ + Λ Cl− …(i)
The process of zinc-plating on iron-sheet is
known as galvanization. (152 Scm2 mol−1 )Λ∞ ∞ ∞
KBr = Λ K+ + Λ Br− …(ii)
462 (b)
∞
LHS half cell (150 Scm2 mol−1 )Λ∞ ∞
KCl = Λ K+ + Λ Cl− …(iii)
H2 (g) → 2H + (1 M) + 2𝑒 −
𝑃1 By Eqs. (i) + (ii) – (iii)
RHS half cell
∞
2H + (1 M) + 2𝑒 − → H2 (g) ∵ Λ∞ ∞
NaBr = Λ Na+ + Λ Br−
𝑃2
H2 (g) → H2 (g) = 126 + 152 − 150
P1 p2
° 𝑝2 = 128 Scm2 mol−1
𝐸cell = 0.00 V, 𝐾 = ,𝑛 = 2
𝑝1
𝑅𝑇 467 (b)
°
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log e 𝐾 Ag / Ag + (0.1 M) || Ag + (1 M) / Ag
𝑛𝐹
𝑅𝑇 𝑃2 anode cathode
= 0 − log e
2𝐹 𝑃1 2.303𝑅𝑇 𝐶
𝑅𝑇 𝑝1 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = log 1
𝑛𝐹 𝐶2
𝐸𝑐ell = log 𝑒
2𝐹 𝑝2
463 (b) Here, 𝑛 = number of electrons in cell reaction = 1
Ag + + 𝑒 − → Ag 𝐶1 = concentration of cathodic electrolyte = 1 M
𝐶2 = concentration of anodic electrolyte = 0.1 M
96500 C charge liberates silver = 108 g 0.059 1
∴ 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = log
1 0.1
∴ 96500 C will liberate silver = 10.8 g 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 0.059 V
468 (a)
464 (b) At cathode2H + + 2𝑒 − → H2
Given 125mL of 1 M AgNO3 solution. It means that 1
At anode2OH − → H2 O + 2 O2 + 2𝑒 −
∵ 1000mL of AgNO3 solution contains
= 108 g Ag 469 (c)
° ° °
∴ 125mL of AgNO3 solution contains 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃Sn
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃Fe
= 0.14 + 0.77 = 0.91 V
108 × 125 470 (a)
= gAg
1000 An important application of fuel cell used in space
= 13.5 g Ag programmes to provide power for heat and light
∵ 108 g of Ag is deposited by 96500 C as well as drinking water to astronauts.
∴ 13.5 g of Ag is deposited by 471 (a)
96500 Conductance = 𝑅 = 210
1 1
= × 13.5
108
= 12062.5 C = 4.76 × 10−3 mho.
𝒬 = 𝑖𝑡 472 (c)
𝒬 12062.5 According to Faraday law’s
Or 𝑡 = 𝑖
= 241.25
= 50 𝐸 ×𝑄
465 (c) 𝑚 = 𝑍 × 𝑄 =
96500
° ° 0.0591 108
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − 𝑙𝑜𝑔 𝒬 𝑚 = × 2 × 96500 = 216 𝑔
𝑛 96500
Cu2+ + Zn → Zn2+ + Cu 473 (a)
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 Kohlraush gave the standard value of conductivity 481 (b)
for different concentration of KCl solution. Thus, It is definition of equivalent conductivity.
since, 482 (a)
𝑙 ∆𝐺° = −𝑛𝐸°𝐹 (for Cu + 2Ag + ⟶ Cu2+ + 2Ag) 𝑛
𝜅=𝐶 × ;
𝑎 =2
By finding conductance of same concentration KCl = − 2 × 0.46 × 96500
solution, one finds 𝑙/𝑎. = −88788 J = −89.0 kJ
474 (c) 483 (d)
° °
𝐸𝐶𝑢 2+ /𝐶𝑢 = +0.34 V = 𝐸𝑅𝑃 It does not depend upon mass.
°
(Above H if arranged in decreasing 𝐸𝑅𝑃 ) 484 (c)
475 (c) The number of ions per cc decreases with dilution
Given, weight of hydrogen liberated and therefore, specific conductance decreases
= 5.04 × 10−2 g with dilution.
Eq. wt. of hydrogen = 1.008 485 (d)
Eq. wt. of silver = 108 Aluminium is more electropositive than Zn, hence
Weight of silver deposited, 𝑤 =? Al replace it from its salt solution.
According to Faraday’s second law of electrolysis, 486 (c)
weight of silver deposited Blocks of magnesium metal provide cathodic
weight of hydrogen liberated protection and protect oxidation of steel.
eq. wt. of silver 487 (a)
=
eq. wt. of hydrogen MnO− + −
4 + 8H + 5𝑒 → Mn
2+
+ 4H2 O 𝐸 ° = 1.51 V
𝑤 108
= ∆𝐺1 ° = −5(1.51)F = −7.55F
5.04 × 10−2 1.008
108 × 5.04 × 10−2
𝑤 = = 5.4 g MnO2 + 4H + + 2𝑒 − → Mn2+ + 2H2 O𝐸 ° = 1.23 V
1.008
476 (d) ∆𝐺2 ° = −2(1.23)F = −2.46 V
At infinite dilution an electrolyte is 100% ionised
or 𝛼 = 1 for weak electrolytes. At this point all On substrating
interionic effect disappears.
MnO− + −
4 + 4H + 3𝑒 → MnO2 + 2H2 O ∆𝐺3 °
477 (b)
= −5.09 F
𝜆∞ ∞
K+ = 𝜇K+ × F
64.35 ∆𝐺3 ° −5.09 𝐹
or𝜇K∞+ = °
𝐸MnO − | MnO = = = 1.70 V
96500 4 2 −𝑛𝐹 −3𝐹
−4 2 −1 −1
= 6.67 × 10 cm sec volt
478 (a) 488 (c)
°
Zn has more +ve𝐸𝑂𝑃 and thus possesses more Salt bridge is used to remove or eliminate liquid
tendency to get oxidise and act as reducing agent. junction potential arised due to different relative
479 (a) speed of ions of electrolytes at the junction of two
In Danial cell, oxidation occurs at anode and electrolytes in an electrochemical cell. Thus, a salt
reduction occurs at cathode. Thus, the element, bridge such as KCl is placed in between two
which has higher negative value of reduction electrolytes. A salt used for this purpose should
potential, is used as anode and that with lower have almost same speeds of its cation and anion.
negative value of reduction potential is used as 489 (d)
cathode. As AgnO3 is added to solution , KCl will be
∵ Reduction potential of Zn is more negative displaced according to following reaction
than Cu. AgNO3 (𝑎𝑞) + KCl (𝑎𝑞) ⟶ AgCl(𝑠) + KNO3 (𝑎𝑞)
2+ 2+ For every mole of KCl displaced from solution,
∴ Zn | Zn is anode and Cu | Cu is cathode.
480 (d) one mole of KNO3 comes in solution resulting in
To prevent rusting or oxidation of Fe by the action almost constant conductivity. As the end point is
+ reached, added AgNO3 remain in solution
of O2 in presence of H , galvanization of iron
object is made. increasing ionic concentration, hence conductivity

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 increases. ° 0.059 [Zn2+ ]
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log + 2
490 (c) 2 [H ]
+ || −
For the given cell, 𝑀|𝑀 𝑋 | 𝑋, the cell reaction
is derived as follows : When H2 SO4 is added then [H + ] will increase
RHS :Reduction∶ 𝑋 + 𝑒 − → 𝑋 − …(i) therefore 𝐸cell will also increase and equilibrium
LHS :Oxidation∶ 𝑀 → 𝑀+ + 𝑒 − …(ii) will shift towards right
Add Eqs. (i) an (ii)
499 (a)
𝑀 + 𝑋 → 𝑀+ + 𝑋 −
2H + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2 ;
The cell potential = − 0.11 V
2OH − ⟶ H2 O + 1/2O2 + 2𝑒
Since, 𝐸cell = −ve, the cell reaction derived above
∴ Wt. ratio of H2 ∶ O2 = 2 ∶ 16 or 1 ∶ 8
is non-spontaneous. In fact, the reverse reaction
500 (d)
will occur spontaneously
Ionic mobilities increase on dilution.
491 (d)
501 (b)
Equivalent conductance (⋀) = specific
Cell is completely discharged, it means
conductance (𝜅) × ϕ
equilibrium gets established,
where, ϕ = volume in cm3 containing 1 g 𝐸cell = 0
equivalent of electrolyte
Zn | Zn2+ (1 M) || Cu2+ (1 M) | Cu
1. g equivalent is dissolve in =
Cell reaction : Zn + Cu2+ ⇌ Zn2+ + Cu
1000 cm3
[Zn2+ ]
𝐾eq =
1000 [Cu2+ ]
1 g equivalent is dissolve in = 0.1 cm3
We know,
3 0.0591
= 10000cm °
𝐸cel𝑙 °
= 𝐸cell − log 𝐾eq
𝑛
So, ⋀ = 10000 κ ° 0.0591
𝐸cell = log 𝐾eq
𝑛
492 (d) Or 1.10 =
0.0591
log 𝐾eq
2
All are same.
[Zn2+ ] 2.20
493 (c) 𝐾𝑒𝑞 = 2+
= antilog
[Cu ] 0.0591
1 g atom of Al = 3 eq. of Al = 3 faraday charge
= antilog 37.3
3 mole electrons = 3𝑁 electron.
502 (c)
494 (d)
°
𝐸cell = 𝐸OP + 𝐸RP
𝐸𝑅𝑃 Cu2+ /Cu is more;
503 (a)
Thus, Cu2+ gets reduced easily to oxidise others. ° ° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 + 𝐸𝑅𝑃 = 0.76 + 0.77 = +1.53 V.
495 (c) Zn Ag

In electrolytic cell, flow of electron is possible 504 (c)

from cathode to anode through internal supply. Rust is Fe2 O3 . 𝑥H2 O or mixture of Fe2 O3 +
496 (a) Fe(OH)3 .
Eq.of Mg = Eq. of Al 505 (a)
° °
𝑊Mg 𝑊 Metal with − ve. 𝐸𝑅𝑝 or + ve 𝐸𝑂𝑃 possesses the
or 12 = 9Al
tendency to get itself oxidised.
497 (c)
506 (a)
For the change , 2Fe3+ + 3I − ⇌ 2Fe2+ + I3− 1000 1 1 1000
°
𝐸cell = 0.77 – 0.54 = 0.23 V 𝛬= 𝑘 × = × ×
𝑀 𝑅 𝑎 𝑀
0.059 1 2.2 1000
𝐸° = log 𝐾𝑐 = × × = 25.73
2 45 3.8 0.5
0.0591 507 (a)
0.23 = log 𝐾𝑐
2 speed of ions m sec−1
7 Ionic mobility = potential gradient = volt m−1
𝐾𝑐 = 6.26 × 10
498 (c) 509 (a)
Zn(𝑠) + 2H + (𝑎𝑞)
⇌ Zn2+ (𝑎𝑞)
+ H2 (g) Charge = 10 × 1 = 10 C
Also, 96500 C = 6 × 1023 electrons.

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510 (c) 524 (a)
Cryolite is used to lower the m. p. of alumina as Faraday discovered electrolysis.
well as to make it good conductor of current. 525 (a)
511 (c) 1 faraday charge = 𝐸 g deposition.
The degree of dissociation of all electrolyte 526 (a)
increases with increase in dilution (i) The electrode with higher oxidation potential
(or decrease in concentration). acts as anode and electrode with lower oxidation
512 (d) potential acts as cathode.
Complex formation enhances the electrolytic
deposition of Au. (ii) Cell reaction is spontaneous when 𝐸cell is
513 (b) positive. In case of AandB; oxidation potential of
Pure water is almost unionised so, it does not 𝐴 = −0.03 oxidation potential of 𝐵 = +0.108
conduct electricity. Because oxidation potential of 𝐵 is more than 𝐴 so
514 (a) oxidation of 𝐴 is not possible. The cell having 𝐴 as
Galvanic cell is Aelectrochemical cell that converts anode and 𝐵 as cathode is not possible.
the chemical energy of Aspontaneous reaction
into electrical energy. Therefore, non-spontaneous cell reaction takes
515 (b) place between 𝐴and 𝐵.
Standard hydrogen electrode (SHE) is reference
electrode. It is used to determine the electrode 527 (b)
𝑘
potential of any half cell. The electrode potential Cell constant = = 0.0212 × 55
of any standard hydrogen electrode is arbitrarily C
= 1.166 cm−1
taken as zero.
528 (a)
516 (a) 0.059 product
°
Λ∞ ∞ ∞ 𝐸cell = 𝐸cell - log [reactant]
AgCl = 𝜆𝐴𝑔+ + Λ Cl− 𝑛
∞ °
= 𝜆∞ ∞
AgNO3 + 𝜆NaCl − 𝜆NaNO3
Given , 𝐸Cr 3+ /Cr = -0.74 V

517 (d) °
𝐸Fe 2+ /Fe = -0.44 V

These are characteristics of fuel cells. Cr | Cr 2+ (0.1 M) |Fe2+ | (0.01 M) / Fe

518 (a) ∴ Cr 3+ /Cr is anode andFe2+ / Fe is cathode.
𝑄 faraday °
𝑄 = 𝑁. 𝑒 𝑜𝑟 𝑒 = = 𝐸cell = 𝐸𝐶° - 𝐸𝐴°
𝑁 Av. no.
= (- 0.44) – (0.74)
519 (a)
= - 0.44 + 0.74
For strong electrolytes, 𝛼 = 1 at normal dilution,
= + 0.30 V
but Λ 𝑣 ≠ Λ ∞ .
Cell reaction is
520 (b)
2Cr + 3Fe2+ → 2Cr 3+ + 3Fe
𝐸cell = +ve thus redox changes are
number of electrons in cell reaction = 6
𝐴 ⟶ 𝐴+ + 𝑒 LHS shows oxidation. 0.059 product
° °
𝐵 + + 𝑒 ⟶ 𝐵RHS shows reduction. 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 - 𝑛
log [reactant]
𝐴 + 𝐵+ ⟶ 𝐴+ + 𝐵 =+ 0.30 V -
0.059 (Cr3+ )2
log [ 2+ 3 ]
6 (Fe )
521 (b)
0.059 (0.1)2
The laws of electrolysis were given by Faraday. = 0.30 - 6
log [ (0.01)3
]
522 (a) 0.059
= 0.30 - 6 log 104
Current 𝑖 =?
0.059
Equivalent weight of Al =
27
=9 = 0.30 - 6 × 0.60
3
−3
𝑤 0.09 × 96500 = 0.30 – 5.9 × 10
𝑤 = 𝑍. 𝑖. 𝑡or𝑖 = = = 0.2941 V
𝑍. 𝑡 9 × 96.5
= 10 A 529 (c)
523 (a) 2𝑒 + Cl+ ⟶ Cl− ; ∆G1° ….(i)
Half cell reaction occurs only when it is coupled 2Cl− ⟶ 2Cl2 + 2𝑒; ∆𝐺2° ….(ii)
with other electrode. 2𝑒 + 2Cl+ ⟶ Cl2 ; ∆𝐺3°

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 ∴ ∆𝐺3° = 2 × ∆𝐺1° + ∆𝐺2° = 60 𝐶
−2 × 𝐸3° × F = −2 × 2 × 0.94 𝐹 − 2 × (−1.36) 538 (c)
×𝐹 During electrolysis, volumes of O2 and H2
°
∴ 𝐸3 = 0.52 V liberated are in the ratio of 1 : 2 Hence, volume of
530 (a) H2 liberated will be 4.48dm3 .
0.059 [H + ]2 . 𝑃1 539 (b)
° °
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃 + 𝐸𝑅𝑃 + log When 1 F electricity is passed through the
H H
2 [H + ]2 . 𝑃2
0.059 𝑃1 solution. 1 g-equivalent of Cu is liberated.
= log 540 (d)
+2 𝑃2
𝐸cell is +ve when 𝑃1 > 𝑃2 . Zn is placed above Sn in electrochemical series.
532 (c) 541 (a)
Eq. of O2 = Eq. of Ag or
1.6 𝑊
= 108 ; 1 faraday involves charge of 1 mole electrons.
8
542 (c)
∴ 𝑊Ag = 21.6 g
Oxidation of Cl− at anode and reduction of Na+ at
533 (c) cathode.
At LHS (oxidation) 2 × (Ag → Ag + + 𝑒 − ), 543 (d)
°
𝐸oxi = −𝑥 These are characteristic of conductivity water.
At RHS (reduction)
°
Cu2+ + 2𝑒 − → Cu, 𝐸red = +𝑦 544 (c)
2Ag + Cu2+ → Cu + 2Ag + , 𝐸cell °
= (𝑦 − 𝑥) These are the facts about use of Mg in protecting
°
Note𝐸 values remain constant when half – cell iron against corrosion.
equation is multiplied / divided. 545 (b)
535 (a) Sum of molar conductivity of reactants = sum of
Λ∞ ∞ ∞ molar conductivity of products
𝑒𝑞 . = 𝜆𝑎 + 𝜆𝑐 = 315 + 35 = 350.
536 (d) Therefore, for the reaction
Pt(𝑠), H2 (𝑔) | H + (1 𝑀) || Ag + (𝑎𝑞) | Ag (𝑠) CH3 COOH + NaOH ⟶ CH3 COONa + HCl
° ⋀0𝑚 CH3 COOH = ⋀0𝑚 CH3 COONa + ⋀0𝑚 HCl
EMF of cell = 0.62 V, 𝐸cell = 0.80 𝑉
+ − − ⋀0𝑚 NaCl
H2 → 2H + 2e (at anode)
+ − = 91 + 425.9 – 126.4
2Ag + 2e → 2Ag (at cathode)
= 390.5Ω−1 cm2 mol−1
H2 + 2Ag + → 2 Ag + 2H + (overall reaction)
546 (b)
°
2.303𝑅𝑇 [H + ]2 0.059
𝐸cell = 𝐸 − log °
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell + log[𝑀𝑛+ ]
2𝐹 [Ag + ]2 [H2 ] 𝑛
2.303𝑅𝑇 1 0.059
𝐸cell = 𝐸 ° − log 𝐸cell = 0.34 + log 10−2
2𝐹 [Ag + ]2 2
2.303 × 0.06 1 0.059
0.62 = 0.80 + log = 0.34 + × −2
2 [Ag + ]2 2
2 × 2.303 × 0.06 = + 0.281 V
0.62 = 0.80 + log[Ag + ] 547 (a)
2
−0.18 = 0.1382 log [Ag + ] We know that, ∆𝐺 ° = −𝑛𝐹 . 𝐸 °
[Ag + ] = 0.05 m Where, 𝑛 = 1 (number of transferred electron in
100 the cell reaction)
∴ Mole of Ag + in 100 mL = 0.05 ×
1000
100 F =96500 C (Faraday’s constant)
Wt. of Ag + in 100 mL = 0.05 × × 108 𝐸 ° = ? (the standard electrode potential of cell)
1000
% of Ag in 1.08 g alloy ∆𝐺 ° = - 21.20 kJ (standard free energy)
0.05 × 100 × 108 ∴ -21.20 × 1000 J = - 1 × 96500 × 𝐸 °
= × 100 21200
1000 × 1.08 Or 𝐸 ° = = 0.220 V
96500
= 50 %
548 (b)
537 (b)
[Cu2+ ]
𝒬 = 𝑖𝑡 −∆𝐺 = 𝑛𝐸𝐹 = 𝑛𝐸°𝐹 + 𝑅𝑇 ln
[Zn2+ ]
= 1 × 60
∴ ∆𝐺 is function of ln(𝑐2 /𝑐1 ).
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549 (d) 96500 C = 6 × 1023 electrons.
The half reactions are 557 (a)
Fe(s) → Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2e− × 2 Because fluorine is most powerful oxidizing agent
O2 (g) + 4H + + 4𝑒 − ⟶ 2H2 O than other halogens
2Fe(s) + O2 (g) + 4H +
→ 2Fe2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2H2 O (𝑙) 558 (d)
𝜅 × 1000
0.059 (10−3 )2 Equivalent conductivity, Λ eq = normality
𝐸 = 𝐸° − log = 1.57 V
4 (10−3 )4 (0.1) = ohm−1 cm2 (g − equiv)−1
550 (d) 559 (b)
Al3+ + 3𝑒 − → Al ° 0.059
𝐸cell = log 𝐾𝑐
𝑤 = 𝑍𝑄 2
°
Where, 𝑤 = amount of metal 𝐸cell ×2
log 𝐾𝑐 =
𝑤 = 5.12 kg 0.059
= 5.12 × 103 g 0.47 × 2
log 𝐾𝑐 =
Z = electrochemical equivalent 0.059
equivalent weight atomic mass 𝐾𝑐 = 8.5 × 1015
Z = = 560 (d)
96500 electrons × 96500
27 Mg will not deposit on cathode during
𝑍 =
3 × 96500 electrolysis.
27 561 (a)
5.12 × 103 = × 𝑄 ∞ ∞
3 × 96500 Λ∞ ∞
NH4 OH = Λ NH4 Cl + Λ NaOH − 𝜆NaCl
5.12 × 103 × 3 × 96500
𝑄 = 𝐶 562 (b)
27 At cathode, cations are reduced. Also discharge
= 5.49 × 107 𝐶
potential of H + is less than Na+.
551 (c)
° °
563 (a)
𝐸𝑂𝑃 of Mg > 𝐸𝑂𝑃 of Zn
Conductance of a solution = conductance of ions
552 (b)
present in solution = ∑ C𝑖 + Cwater .
° ° 0.059 [Cl− ]2LHE 𝑃2
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃Cl
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃Cl
+ 2
log [Cl− ]2 564 (d)
RHE 𝑃1
0.059 𝑃2 Λ̊ NaBr = Λ̊ NaCl + Λ̊ KBr − Λ̊ KCl
= log 565 (d)
2 𝑃1
𝐸cell is +ve when 𝑃2 > 𝑃1 . Hg 2 Cl2 (𝑠) + 2𝑒 ⟶ 2Hg(𝑙) + 2Cl− 2(𝑎𝑞).
553 (c) 566 (b)
3 eq. of Ag and 3 eq. of Cu will be deposited. Na Zn acts as anode and gets oxidised. At graphite
and Al will not deposit during electrolysis of their cathode the reaction is ,
aqueous salt solution. Because both have higher MnO2 + NH4+ + 𝑒 ⟶ Mn(OH)O + NH3
°
𝐸𝑂𝑃 than 𝐸𝑂𝑃°
of H. These metals can be extracted 567 (a)
by electrolysis of their fused salts. Eq. of H2 = 8/1 = 8
554 (a) ∴ 8 faraday are needed.
𝑡K∞+ = 𝑡KCl
∞
× 𝑡K+ 568 (d)
130 × 0.495 = 64.35 C6 H5 NO2 + 6H + + 6e− → C6 H5 NH2 + 2H2 O
555 (c) 1 mol = 123 g nitrobenzene requires 6 mol
2Fe3+ + Zn → Zn2+ + 2 Fe2+ electrons
2Fe3+ + 2e− → 2 Fe2+
According to Nernst’s equation, = 6 × 96500 C charge
° ° 𝑅𝑇 [Fe2+ ]2
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − In ∴12.3 g nitrobenzene will require=
6×96500×12.3
𝑛𝐹 [Fe3+ ]2 123
𝐸cell is depend on concentration of Fe2+ .
Therefore on increasing the concentration of = 6 × 9650 = 57900 C
[Fe2+ ]𝐸cell decreases. 569 (c)
556 (b)

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 At cathode, The overall reaction is
2Fe + O2 + 2H2 O → 2Fe(OH)2
Al3+ + 3𝑒 − → Al Fe(OH)2 may be dehydrated to iron oxide FeO, or
27 further oxidized to Fe(OH)3 and then dehydrated
𝐸Al = =9 to iron rust, Fe2 O3 .
3
584 (b)
𝑤Al = 𝐸Al × no.of faradays Ag + + 𝑒 ⟶ Ag
585 (b)
= 9 × 0.1 = 0.9 g ° °
𝐸𝑂𝑃 of Fe > 𝐸𝑂𝑃 of Cu;
570 (a) Thus, Fe gets oxidised or Fe ⟶ Fe2+ + 2𝑒;
2H + + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2 ; Cu2+ + 2𝑒 ⟶ Cu
2OH − ⟶ H2 O + 1/2O2 + 2𝑒 586 (a)
571 (c) Because, barring Ag, other come after the Fe in
Weak electrolytes are 100% ionized at infinite electrochemical series
dilution.
587 (b)
572 (a)
The electrochemical cell stops working after
1 faraday deposits 1 equivalent whichis also 1 g
sometime because electrode potential of both the
atom for Na.
electrodes become equal.
574 (b)
0.0591 0.01 0.0591 588 (a)
𝐸1 = 𝐸0 − log = 𝐸0 + ×2 1 1 1
2 1 2 𝑘= × = × 0.66
0.0591 1 0.0591 𝑅 𝑎 210
𝐸2 = 𝐸0 − log = 𝐸0 − ×2 = 3.14 × 10−3 mho cm−1
2 0.01 2
∴ 𝐸1 > 𝐸2 589 (d)
575 (a) Λ𝑣 5.2
𝛼= ∞= = 0.0133
Sulphuric acid (H2 SO4 ) used in lead storage Λ 390.7
Or 1.33 %.
battery.
591 (c)
576 (b)
For gold plating the electrolyte K [Au(CN)2 ] is
It is the definition of conductivity.
used.
577 (a)
592 (c)
By Kohlrausch’s law
𝑄 = 𝑖 × 𝑡 = 100 × 10−3 × 30 × 60 = 180 C
∧°NaBr = ∧°NaCl + ∧°KBr − ∧°KCl
594 (a)
= 126 + 152 – 150
Anode reaction H2 (𝑝1 ) → 2H +
= 128 S cm2 mol−1
578 (d) Cathode reaction 2H + → H2 (𝑝2 )
Λ 𝑣𝑠 √𝑐curves are hyperbolic for weak
electrolytes because on dilution their no. of ions 𝑅𝑇 𝑝2
𝐸cathode = − ln + 2
as well as ionic mobility both increase. 2𝐹 [H ]
579 (a) 𝑅𝑇 [H + ]2
A characteristic of electrode. 𝐸anode = − ln
2𝐹 𝑝1
580 (a)
The process is called cathode protection where 𝐸cell = 𝐸anode + 𝐸cathode
iron acts as cathode and thus, not oxidised.
581 (c) 𝑅𝑇 [H + ]2 𝑅𝑇 𝑝2
=− ln − ln + 2
1 faraday deposits 𝐸 g of species. 2𝐹 𝑝1 2𝐹 [H ]
582 (b)
°
𝑅𝑇 𝑝2 𝑅𝑇 𝑝1
𝐸𝑂𝑃 of Li is high enough. =− ln = ln
2𝐹 𝑝1 2𝐹 𝑝2
583 (a)
Fe → Fe2+ + 2e− (anode reaction) 595 (b)
− −
O2 + 2H2 O + 4𝑒 ⟶ 4OH (cathode reaction) Weight of Ag required = 80 × 5 × 10−3 ×

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 1.05(wt. = 𝑣 × 𝑑) Ag + + 𝑒 − → Ag
= 0.42 g Cu2+ + 2𝑒 − → Cu
∵
𝐸𝑖𝑡
𝑊 = 96500 Au3+ + 3𝑒 − → Au
108 × 3 × 𝑡 3 Faradays liberate 1 mole of Au, 3 moles of Ag
∴ 0.42 = 96500 and 3/2 moles of Cu. Thus, molar ratio of Ag:Cu:
∴ 𝑡 = 125 sec Au is 3:3/ 2:1 or 6:3:2.
596 (c) 604 (a)
2H + + 2𝑒 ⟶ H2 (cathode) °
𝐸cell °
= 𝐸𝑂𝑃 °
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃
Mg Cu
2OH − ⟶ H2 O + (1/2)O2 + 2𝑒 (Anode)
= 2.37 + 0.34 = 2.71 V.
597 (b)
605 (b)
𝑊 =𝑍×𝑖×𝑡
Given,
∴ 𝑊 = 0.0011180 × 0.5 × 200 = 0.11180 g
Zn2+ → Zn , 𝐸 ° = − 0.76 𝑉
598 (c) 2+
Cu → Cu , 𝐸 ° = 0.34 𝑉
Zn is coated to protect iron from rusting.
Ag + → Ag , 𝐸 ° = 0.8 𝑉
599 (c)
Cell reaction of (I) is
Ionisation depends upon concentration,
temperature, nature of solute and on nature of Zn + Cu2+ → Zn2+ + Cu
°
solvent. Ionisation increases on increasing 𝐸cell = 𝐸oxidation + 𝐸reduction
dilution. = + 0.76 + 0.34
600 (b) = + 1.10 V
C5 H12 + 8O2 ⟶ 5CO2 + 6H2 O Cell reaction of (II) is
∆𝐺° = 5 × 𝐺°CO2 + 6 × 𝐺°H2 O ⎯ 𝐺C° 5 H12 − 8 × 𝐺𝑂° 2 Zn + Ag + → Zn2+ + Ag
°
𝐸cell = 0.76 + 0.8
= 5 × (−394.4) + 6 × (−237.2) + 8.2
= ⎯3387 kJ = + 1.56 V
∆𝐺° = 𝑛𝐸°𝐹 Cell reaction of (III) is
3387 × 103 = 32 × 𝐸° × 96500 [(C −2.4 )5 ⟶ Cu + Ag → Cu2+ + Ag
+
°
5(C 4+ ) + 32𝑒] 𝐸cell = −0.34 + 0.8
∴ 𝐸° = 1.0968 V𝑛 = 32 = + 0.46
°
601 (c) So, the correct order of 𝐸cell of these cell is
Hydrolysis of water can be represented by the II > I > III.
following equations 606 (c)
2H2 O ⇌ O2 + 4H + + 4𝑒 − The equivalent conductance of strong electrolyte
∵ 4 Faraday of charge liberate O2 = 32 g is increased by dilution, because its value is equal
∴ 1 Faraday of charge liberate O2 = 4 g
32 to the multiple of 𝐾𝑣 and the volume of solution.
By making dilution the volume of solution
=8 g
increases which also increase the value of
602 (a)
𝑙
equivalent conductivity.
Given, 𝑎 = 0.5 cm−1 607 (b)
𝑅 = 50Ω Λ 𝑣𝑠√ccurves on extrapolating to zero
𝑁 = 1.0 concentration gives Λ∞ for strong electrolytes.
1 𝑙 0.5
Specific conductance (𝜅) = = = NH4 OHis weak electrolyte its Λ 𝑣𝑠 √𝑐 curves are
𝜌 𝑅.𝑎 50
1000 shown in fig. (d) of problem 41.
Λ = 𝜅 × 608 (c)
𝑁
=
0.5
×
1000 In this reaction,
50 0.1
= 10 Ω−1 cm2 g eq−1
603 (d)
The increasing order of deposition of cations at
the cathode is
Cu2+ < Ag + < Au3+
EMF = 𝐸cathod − 𝐸anode
𝐸 ∝ 𝑍

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 = −0.41 − (−0.76) At anode 2H2 O(𝑙) ⟶ O2 (g) + 4H + (𝑎𝑞) + 4𝑒 −
Thus, for the production of one mole of copper
= + 0.35 V from copper sulphate 2F of electricity is required.
609 (a) 620 (a)
H2 is anode because oxidation takes place. Cu is Eq. of Al = Eq. of Ag
𝑊Al 𝑊Ag 𝑊Al 9
cathode because reduction takes place ∴ = or =
9 108 𝑊Ag 108

610 (b) 621 (d)

Solid NaCl does not conduct electricity due to 𝑊 ∝ 𝐸;if𝑄 = constant.
absence of free ions. 622 (a)
From Asolution of CuSO4 , Cu can be recovered by
611 (b)
The hydrated ion size is Li+ + + Fe metal. Because Fe is more reactive than Cu, it
aq > 𝑁a aq > K aq >
replace Cu easily.
𝑅b+aq . Larger is ion, lesser is its mobility.
623 (d)
612 (d)
Large negative RP or more positive oxidation
° 0.059 [Ni2+ ]
𝐸cell = 𝐸cell + 2 log [Zn2+] potential and thus, more is the tendency to get
° 0.059 1 ° oxidized.
∴ 0.5105 = 𝐸cell + 2 log 1 or𝐸cell = 0.5105 V
624 (c)
613 (a)
According to Faraday’s second law of electrolysis,
The variation of e.m.f. of cell with temperature at
we have
constant pressure (𝜕𝐸/𝜕𝑇)𝑃 is referred as 𝑤1 𝐸1
temperature coefficient of cell. =
𝑤2 𝐸2
614 (a) 1.08 108
∴ = 1
Wt. of Ag deposited = eq. wt. of Ag = 108 g 𝑥

Wt. of Ni deposited = eQ. wt. of Ni = 29.5 g ∴ Weight of hydrogen (𝑥) = 0.01 g

Wt. of Cr deposited = eq. wt. of Cr = 17.3 g Hence, the volume of hydrogen at
22400 × 0.01
615 (a) STP = = 112 cm3
° 2
The correct relation of 𝐸cell with free energy of
625 (d)
cell reaction and equilibrium constant are as
By Nernst equation,
follows 2.303 𝑅𝑇
°
Δ𝐺° = 𝑛𝐹𝐸cell ° 𝐸cell = 𝐸cell − log10 𝐾
𝑛𝐹
and Δ𝐺° = −2.303 𝑅𝑇 log𝐾eq At equilibrium 𝐸cell =0
616 (a) Given that,
Anode : Fe(𝑠) + 2OH − ⟶ FeO(𝑠) + H2 O(𝑙) + 2𝑒 ∴ 𝑅 = 8.315 JK −1 mol−1
Cathode : Ni2 O3 + H2 O(𝑙) + 2𝑒 ⟶ 2NiO(𝑠) + 𝑇 = 25 ℃ + 273 = 298𝐾
−
2OH 𝐹 = 96500 𝐶 and 𝑛 = 2
[H2 O] 2.303 × 8.314 × 298
° 0.059 ∴ °
𝐸cell = log10 𝐾
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃Fe /FeO − log10 [OH ]− 2 2 × 96500
2 0.0591
° = log10 𝐾
+ 𝐸𝑅𝑃Ni O /NiO 2
2 3 °
0.059 [𝐻2 𝑂] ∵ Given that 𝐸𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙 = 0.295 V
+ log10 ∴ 0.295 = 2 log10 𝐾
0.0591
2 [𝑂𝐻 − ]2
° ° 0.295 × 2
𝐸cell = 𝐸𝑂𝑃Fe /FeO + 𝐸𝑅𝑃Ni O /NiO
2 3 log10 𝐾 = = 10
617 (b) 0.0591
log10 𝐾 = antilog 10
𝐾𝑎 = 𝑐𝛼 2 for weak acid;
H𝐴 ⇌ H + + 𝐴− 𝐾 = 1 × 1010
618 (d) 626 (a)
°
C is also calomel electrode. Follow 𝐸𝑂𝑃 values in electrochemical series.
619 (c) 627 (c)
CuSO4 ⇌ Cu2+ + SO2− Λ̊ CH3 COOH = Λ̊ CH3 COONa + Λ̊ HCl − Λ̊ NaCl
4
At cathode Cu2+ (𝑎𝑞) + 2𝑒 − ⟶ Cu(𝑠) = 91.0 + 426.2 – 126.5
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 = 390.7 𝑆 cm2 mol−1 𝑊 𝑊
[∴ (for Ag) = (for Al)]
628 (a) 𝐸 𝐸
Fe is more electropositive than copper 631 (d)
During electrolysis of CuSO4 , Cu2+ gets discharged
Hence, Cu2+ can oxidize Fe at cathode and OH − at anode. Thus, solution
becomes acidic due to excess of H + and
629 (a)
SO2−
4 orH2 SO4
Eq. of Al = Eq. of Na;
1.8 𝑊
∴ 27/3
= 23
∴ 𝑊𝑁𝑎 = 4.6 g
630 (a)
𝑋 coulomb deposits 1 mole Al or 3 eq. of Al and
thus, it will deposit 3 mole or 3 eq. of Ag is
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