For the half-cell $Zn^{2+} | Zn$,the standard electrode potential $E^{\circ}$ is $-0.76 \ V$. What is the $e.m.f.$ of the cell $Zn_{(s)} | Zn^{2+}_{(aq)} (1 \ M) || 2H^{+}_{(aq)} (1 \ M) | H_{2(g)} (1 \ atm)$ in $V$?

  • A
    $-0.76$
  • B
    $+0.76$
  • C
    $-0.38$
  • D
    $+0.38$

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