What is the Nernst equation used for?

Practice Questions

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What is the Nernst equation used for?
  1. Calculating pH
  2. Determining cell potential
  3. Finding molarity
  4. Measuring temperature

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the Nernst equation used for?
Correct Answer: Nernst equation is used to find cell potential.
  • Step 1: Understand that the Nernst equation relates to electrochemistry, which is the study of chemical reactions that produce electricity.
  • Step 2: Know that a cell potential is the voltage produced by an electrochemical cell.
  • Step 3: Recognize that standard conditions refer to specific concentrations and temperatures where the cell potential is measured.
  • Step 4: Realize that the Nernst equation helps calculate the cell potential when the conditions are not standard, meaning concentrations or temperatures are different.
  • Step 5: Use the Nernst equation to find out how much voltage a cell will produce in real-life situations, which may vary from the standard values.
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