Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Half-Cell Equation

HALF-CELL EQUATION

Oxidation (anode)        :           Zn(s) → Zn2+(aq) + 2e-
Reduction (cathode)    :           Cu2+(aq) + 2e- → Cu(s)
                                                                                                           
Overall                        :          Zn(s) + Cu2+(aq) → Zn2+(aq) + Cu(s)

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