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How do I write a galvanic cell schematic?
« on: June 14, 2021, 12:56:35 AM »
How do I write the cell schematic for SiO3^2-(aq) + Mg(s) —> Si(s) + Mg(OH)2(s)?

I have made a genuine attempt at trying to solve this problem but I can’t quite get it. I have been able to solve other cell schematic problems up until this point. I could not find any examples like this one in my textbook. I am also taking General Chemistry 2 online so help is limited, so any help at all is appreciated!

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Re: How do I write a galvanic cell schematic?
« Reply #1 on: June 14, 2021, 03:35:24 AM »
First step would be to determine both redox couples involved.

Note that the reaction is not balanced and the equation doesn't list all reactants involved.
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Re: How do I write a galvanic cell schematic?
« Reply #2 on: June 14, 2021, 10:22:00 AM »
Yes, I managed to balance the reaction and ended up with    2Mg + 3H2O + SiO3^2- —> 2Mg(OH)2 + Si + 2OH^-

I’m confused about how I would write the cell schematic if there is solid mg on both sides.

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