Question
The standard reaction potential for Cu2+/Cu is + 0.34 V. Calculate the reduction potential at pH = 14 for the above couple. Ksp of Cu(OH)2 is 1.0 x 10–19.
Solution
reduction potential is given by:
From the given data PH =14 and KsP (Cu(OH2) =1.0 x 10-19
we get
H+ =10-14 M thus,
[OH]- =
ans -0.22V