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Compute the equilibrium constant for the spontaneous reaction between Cd2 (aq) and Zn(s).

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Answer:

Kc = [Zn²⁺] / [Cd²⁺]

Step-by-step explanation:

Let's consider the spontaneous redox reaction between Cd²⁺ and Zn.

Cd²⁺(aq) + Zn(s) ⇄ Cd(s) + Zn²⁺(aq)

The equilibrium constant, Kc, is the ratio of the equilibrium concentrations of products over the equilibrium concentrations of reactants each raised to the power of their stoichiometric coefficients. It only includes gases and aqueous species.

Kc = [Zn²⁺] / [Cd²⁺]

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