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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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