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The value of standard hydrogen electrode...

The value of standard hydrogen electrode potential is taken as zero, because -

A

there is no potential difference between the electrode and the solution .

B

hydrogen ions acquire electrons from a platinum electrode

C

it has been measured accurately.

D

it has been defined that way.

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The correct Answer is:
D
Though it is not zero but has been fixed as zero .
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