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In a cell that utilizes the reaction Zn(s)+2H+(aq)Zn2+(aq)+H2 (g) addition of H2SO4 to cathode compartment, will

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Increase the E and shift equilibrium to the right
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Lower the E and shift equilibrium to the right
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Lower the E and shift equilibrium to the left
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Increase the E and shift equilibrium to the left
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Solution

The correct option is A Increase the E and shift equilibrium to the right

Zn(s)+2H+(aq)Zn2+(aq)+H2(g)
Ecell=Ecell.0592log[Zn2+][H+]2
When H2SO4 is added then [H+] will increase therefore Ecell will also increases and equilibrium will shift towards right.


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