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nernst equation

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A formula that relates the voltage of an electrochemical cell to the concentrations of the substances involved in its reaction.

"The nernst equation let the chemist predict how the cell's voltage would change as the reactant became more dilute."

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Which word fits the gap? "The _____ let the chemist predict how the cell's voltage would change as the reactant became more dilute."

Answer: nernst equation

In your own words, what does "nernst equation" mean?

A formula that relates the voltage of an electrochemical cell to the concentrations of the substances involved in its reaction.

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