A galvanic cell consists of a Ni²⁺(aq)/Ni(s)half-cell and a standard hydrogen electrode.If the Ni²⁺/Ni half-cell standard cell functions as the anode,and the standard cell potential is 0.26 V,what is the standard reduction potential for the Ni²⁺(aq)/Ni(s)half-cell? A)-0.26 V B)-0.13 V C)+0.13 V D)+0.26 V

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The standard hydrogen electrode (SHE) has a potential of 0 V. Since the Ni²⁺/Ni half-cell functions as the anode, it is oxidized, and its potential is negative. The cell potential is 0.26 V, so the standard reduction potential for Ni²⁺/Ni is -0.26 V.

A Galvanic Cell Consists of a Ni2+(aq)/Ni(s)half-Cell and a Standard

A Galvanic Cell Consists of a Ni²⁺(aq)/Ni(s)half-Cell and a Standard