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If we are given a galvanic Cell problem and we are told that the cell consists of one Sn electrode immersed in a 1.00 M solution containing Sn2+ ions, and one Pb electrode immersed in a 1.00 M Pb(NO3)2 solution, how can we determine the cathode/anode? We aren't given any Ecell values.

If the Sn electrode is in Sn2+ solution does that mean it was oxidized?

Why wouldn't the Pb electrode be in an electrolyte solution as well?

If you could please explain I would appreciate it

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