A solution containing both Ag^ + (aq) and Cu^ 2+ (aq) is electrolyzed with a constant…
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Problem
A solution containing both Ag^{+}(aq) and Cu^{2+}(aq) is electrolyzed with a constant current of 0.500 A for 3.00 h. Because Ag^{+} is reduced before Cu^{2+}, 1.50 g of silver is deposited first, after which any remaining charge reduces Cu^{2+} to copper metal. Assuming F=9.65×104C mol−1, what additional mass of copper is deposited during the 3.00 h period? (Molar masses: Ag = 107.9 g mol^{–1}, Cu = 63.55 g mol^{–1})
(a) 2.68g
(b) 1.34g
(c) 0.67g
(d) 1.78g