The $EMF$ of the cell $M | M^{n+} (0.02 \, M) || H^{+} (1 \, M) | H_{2(g)} (1 \, atm), Pt$ at $25 \, ^\circ C$ is $0.81 \, V$. Calculate the valency of the metal $(n)$ if the standard oxidation potential of the metal is $0.76 \, V$. (Use $\frac{2.303 \, RT}{F} = 0.06, \log \, 2 = 0.3$)

  • A
    $1$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $3$
  • D
    $4$

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