Question: A solution containing both Ag + and Cu 2+ ions is subjected to electrolysis. (a) Which metal should plate out first? (b) Plating out is

A solution containing both Ag+ and Cu2+ ions is subjected to electrolysis. 

(a) Which metal should plate out first? 

(b) Plating out is finished after a current of 0.75 A is passed through the solution for 2.50 hours. If the total mass of metal is 3.50 g, what is the mass percent of silver in the product?

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