A galvanic cell consists of one half-cell that contains Ag(s)and Ag⁺(aq),and one half-cell that contains Cu(s)and Cu²⁺(aq).What species are produced at the electrodes under standard conditions? Ag⁺(aq)+ e^- → Ag(s)E° = +0.80 V Cu²⁺(aq)+ 2 e^- → Cu(s)E° = +0.34 V A)Ag(aq)is formed at the cathode,and Cu(s)is formed at the anode. B)Ag(s)is formed at the cathode,and Cu²⁺(aq)is formed at the anode. C)Cu(s)is formed at the cathode,and Ag⁺(aq)is formed at the anode. D)Cu²⁺(aq)is formed at the cathode,and Cu(s)is formed at the anode.

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The cathode is where reduction occurs, and the anode is where oxidation occurs. The given reactions show Ag+ being reduced to Ag(s) and Cu2+ being reduced to Cu(s), with their respective standard electrode potentials. Since Ag+ has a higher potential (+0.80 V) than Cu2+ (+0.34 V), Ag+ will be reduced at the cathode, forming Ag(s). Consequently, Cu(s) will oxidize to Cu2+ at the anode, completing the cell.

A Galvanic Cell Consists of One Half-Cell That Contains Ag(s)and