For the galvanic reaction Zn (aq) + 2 e → Zn(s)

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Problem

For the galvanic reaction Zn

^{2+}

(aq) + 2 e

^{-}

→ Zn(s), the measured standard cell potential at 298 K is

E^{\circ}=+0.25\,\text{V}

. What is the equilibrium constant

K

for this reaction at 298 K? (a)

1.6\times10^{7}

(b)

2.8\times10^{8}

(c)

3.2\times10^{4}

(d)

4.5\times10^{-9}