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The emf of a cell corresponding to the reaction.
`Zn(s)+ 2H^(+)(aq)rightarrow Zn^(2+)(0.1M)+H_(2)` (g,1atm) is 0.28 V at `25^(@) C`. Calculate pH of the solution.

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To calculate the pH of the solution for the given electrochemical cell reaction, we will use the Nernst equation. Here’s the step-by-step solution: ### Step 1: Write the half-reactions The overall reaction is: \[ \text{Zn}(s) + 2\text{H}^+(aq) \rightarrow \text{Zn}^{2+}(0.1M) + \text{H}_2(g, 1 \text{ atm}) \] The half-reactions are: 1. Oxidation at the anode: ...
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