Answer: The amount of Cu deposited is approximately 37.0g
Explanation:
According to Faraday Law of electrolysis, the mass of substance deposited at the electrode during an electrolysis is directly proportional to quantity of electricity(Q) passing through the electrolyte.
Given that
Time of passing current = 2.6hr
T = 2.6×60×60 = 9360s
current passed I = 12.0A
Quantity of electricity Q = IT
Q= 9360 × 12= 112320 C
For the half cell reaction
Cu2+ + 2e- → Cu
Cu is a dipositive ion.
2F of electricity will be required for dipostive ion( 2moles of electron).
1F= 96485
2F=2 × 96485 = 192970C
192970C will deposit 1mole of Cu( 63.546g)
112320 will deposit Xg
Where X is the mass of Cu deposited when Q was passed.
X = (112320 × 63.546)/192970
X = 37.0g
Therefore, the mass of Cu deposited is 37.0g