When we write the cell diagram for the following reaction
2NO3- (aq) + 8H+(aq) + 6Hg(l) --> 3Hg2 2+ (aq) + 2NO(g) + 4H2O(l)
how come the diagram does not include a solid on the anode side?
Hg(l)|Hg2 2+ (aq)||No3-(aq)| H+(aq)|NO(g)|Pt(s)
6m5a
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CynthiaLy4F
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Re: 6m5a
The diagram does not include a solid in this case because Hg(l) is being used as the electrode on the anode side.
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Brian J Cheng 1I
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Re: 6m5a
Weird setup, but keep in mind there are exceptions to the rules we are taught. Here is one of them :) doubt we will see this on our exam though as it is almost eerily specific
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