A galvanic cell is constructed using chromium and tin. Based on the standard reduction potentials shown, which statement correctly describes the reaction that occurs in the cell? Cr3+ (aq) + 3e Sn2+(aq) + 2e Cr(s) £° = -0.74 V Sn(s) E' = -0.14 V ( A. Reduction occurs at the chromium electrode. B. The concentration of chromium(III) ions increases. OC. Tin metal forms when an electric current is applied to the cell. OD. The mass of the tin metal anode decreases. 4

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A galvanic cell is constructed using chromium and tin.
Based on the standard reduction potentials shown, which
statement correctly describes the reaction that occurs in
the cell?
Cr3+ (aq) + 3e Cr(s) £° = -0.74 V
Sn2+(aq) + 2e → Sn(s) E' = -0.14 V
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A. Reduction occurs at the chromium electrode.
B. The concentration of chromium(III) ions increases.
OC. Tin metal forms when an electric current is applied to the cell.
OD. The mass of the tin metal anode decreases.
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Transcribed Image Text:A galvanic cell is constructed using chromium and tin. Based on the standard reduction potentials shown, which statement correctly describes the reaction that occurs in the cell? Cr3+ (aq) + 3e Cr(s) £° = -0.74 V Sn2+(aq) + 2e → Sn(s) E' = -0.14 V G A. Reduction occurs at the chromium electrode. B. The concentration of chromium(III) ions increases. OC. Tin metal forms when an electric current is applied to the cell. OD. The mass of the tin metal anode decreases. 4
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