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STANDARD Chemistry Electrochemical Cells MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

An electrochemical cell can behave like an electrolytic cell when

A

E₀cell = 0

B

E₀cell > E₀ext

C

E₀ext > E₀cell

D

E₀cell = E₀ext

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

An electrochemical cell behaves like an electrolytic cell when the external potential applied is greater than the cell potential, reversing the spontaneous reaction.

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