A variable, opposite external potential (Eext) is applied to the cell ZnZn2+(1M)∥Cu2+(1M)Cu of potential 1.1 V. When Eext <1.1V and Eext >1.1V respectively, electrons flow from:

A variable, opposite external potential (Eext) is applied to the cell ZnZn2+(1M)Cu2+(1M)Cu of potential 1.1 V. When Eext <1.1V and Eext >1.1V respectively, electrons flow from:

  1. A

    anode to cathode and cathode to anode

  2. B

    cathode to anode and anode to cathode

  3. C

    cathode to anode in both cases

  4. D

    anode to cathode in both cases

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    Solution:

    The cell will function as a galvanic cell if Eext<1.1V,  at which point electrons will flow from the anode to the cathode.

    Eext >1.1V, causes electrons to flow from cathode to anode, causing the cell to function as an electrolytic cell.

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