The relation between $\Delta G$ and $E$ for a cell is $\Delta G = -nFE$. The cell reaction will be spontaneous if:

  • A
    $\Delta G$ is negative
  • B
    $\Delta G$ is positive
  • C
    $E$ is negative
  • D
    $E$ is positive

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