Question

Compute the equilibrium constant at 25 ∘C for the reaction between Sn2+(aq) and Cd(s), which form Sn(s) and Cd2+(aq). Express your answer using two significant figures

Answer 1

6.1×10^8

Step-by-step explanation:

The reaction is;

Sn^2+(aq) + Cd(s) -----> Sn(s) + Cd^2+(aq)

E°cell = E°cathode - E°anode

E°cathode= -0.14 V

E°anode= -0.40 V

E°cell = -0.14-(-0.40)

E°cell= -0.14+0.40

E°cell= 0.26 V

But

E°cell= 0.0592/n log K

E°cell= 0.0592/2 log K

0.26= 0.0296log K

log K = 0.26/0.0296

log K= 8.7838

K= Antilog (8.7838)

K= 6.1×10^8