A mercury battery, used for hearing aids and electric watches, delivers a constant voltage (1.35 V) for

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A mercury battery, used for hearing aids and electric watches, delivers a constant voltage (1.35 V) for long periods. The half-reactions are
HgO(s) + H2O(l) + 2e → Hg(l) + 2OH (aq)
Zn(s) + 2OH (aq) → Zn(OH)2(s) + 2e
Which half-reaction occurs at the anode and which occurs at the cathode? What is the overall cell reaction?
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General Chemistry

ISBN: 978-1439043998

9th edition

Authors: Darrell Ebbing, Steven D. Gammon

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