Q.

The standard reduction potentials of Zn and Ag in water at 298 K are, 
Zn2++2eZn;E0=0.76V and  Ag++eAg;E0=+0.80V

Which of the following reactions take place? 

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a

Zn(aq)2++2Ag(aq)+2Ag(aq)++Zn(s)

b

Zn(s)+Ag(s)Zn(aq)2++Ag(aq)+

c

Zn(aq) 2++Ag(aq) +Zn(s)+Ag(s) 

d

Zn(s)+2Ag(aq)+Zn(aq)2++2Ag(s)

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

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The standard reduction potential ( Eo ) of silver is greater than the standard reduction potential of zinc.
Hence, Ag+ is stronger oxidizing agent than Zn2+. Hence, the reduction of Ag+ to Ag and the oxidation of Zn to Zn2+ takes place.

The reaction is ; 

Zn(s)+2Ag(aq)+Zn(aq)2++2Ag(s)

 

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