Try using Zn (solid) with Cu (NO3) 2 in one cell and Cu (s) with Zn (NO3) 2 solution in another cell. Note down the voltage value. Explain what you are seeing for voltage value and use redox reaction to justify the process.

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Try using Zn (solid) with Cu (NO3) 2 in one cell and Cu (s) with Zn (NO3) 2 solution in another cell. Note down the voltage value. Explain what you are seeing for voltage value and use redox reaction to justify the process.

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Ellen · Answer 1

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Explanation:

When a strip of zinc metal is placed into a blue solution of copper (II) nitrate, a reaction immediately begins as the zinc strip begins to darken. If left in the solution for a longer period of time, the zinc will gradually decay due to oxidation to zinc ions.