(a) State Nernst distribution law and write the expression for distribution constan

(b) The cell reaction for a galvanic cell is given below

Cu(s) + 2Ag⁺ (aq) →Cu²⁺ (aq) + 2Ag(s)

(i) Write the half-cell reactions at the anode and the cathode

(ii) Calculate the value of cell emf under standard conditions; use data from Table 7.1

(iii) Will the reaction be spontaneous as written?

(b) Differentiate between true and metastable equilibrium.

Calculate the time for which a current of 0.65 A be passed through molten magnesium chloride to get 5 g of magnesium. (Given: Mm(Mg) =24.25 g mol -1)

An aliphatic carboxylic acid reacts with an alcohol and the following equilibrium is established.

RCOOH+RCH₂OH=RCOOCH₂R+H₂O

What is the number of constituents and the number of components in the system?

Explain the process of steam distillation with the help of a suitable diagram

Differentiate between conductance and conductivity of an electrolytic solution