Question

Determine the overall cell reaction and the E°cell for the following galvanic cell: Al3+ (aq) + Mg(s) → Al(s) + Mg2+ (aq) The Standard Reduction Potentials are: Al3+ + 3e- → Al E° = -1.66 V Mg2+ + 2e- → Mg E° = -2.37 V

Answer 1

-2.37+-1.66

= -4.03V