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प्रश्न
Can we construct an electrochemical cell with two half-cells composed of ZnSO4 solution and zinc electrodes? Explain your answer.
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उत्तर
Yes, if the concentration of ZnSO4 in the two half cell is different, the electrode potential will be different making the cell possible.
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