Question: A particular voltaic cell operates on the reaction Zn(s) + Cl2(g) Zn2+(aq) + 2Cl(aq) giving a cell potential of 0.853 V. Calculate the maximum

A particular voltaic cell operates on the reaction
Zn(s) + Cl2(g) → Zn2+(aq) + 2Cl(aq)
giving a cell potential of 0.853 V. Calculate the maximum electrical work generated when 20.0 g of zinc metal is consumed.

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