$A$ standard hydrogen electrode has zero electrode potential because

  • A
    Hydrogen atom has only one $e^-$
  • B
    Hydrogen is the lightest element.
  • C
    Electrode potential is assumed to be zero.
  • D
    Hydrogen is easy to oxidise.

Explore More

Similar Questions

Consider the following relations for $EMF$ of an electrochemical cell:
$(i)$ $EMF$ of cell = (Oxidation potential of anode) $-$ (Reduction potential of cathode)
$(ii)$ $EMF$ of cell = (Oxidation potential of anode) $+$ (Reduction potential of cathode)
$(iii)$ $EMF$ of cell = (Reduction potential of anode) $+$ (Reduction potential of cathode)
$(iv)$ $EMF$ of cell = (Oxidation potential of anode) $-$ (Oxidation potential of cathode)
Which of the above relations are correct?

Which metal among the following has the strongest tendency to undergo oxidation?

In a cell,the following reactions take place:
$Fe^{2+} \rightarrow Fe^{3+} + e^{-}$ $\quad$ $E^{\circ}_{Fe^{3+} / Fe^{2+}} = 0.77 \, V$
$2I^{-} \rightarrow I_{2} + 2e^{-}$ $\quad$ $E^{\circ}_{I_{2} / I^{-}} = 0.54 \, V$
The standard electrode potential for the spontaneous reaction in the cell is $x \times 10^{-2} \, V$ at $298 \, K$. The value of $x$ is .... (Nearest Integer)

What is electrode potential in a galvanic cell? Explain in detail.

Difficult
View Solution

$A$ cell reaction is spontaneous when:

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo