Standard reduction potentials for nickel(II) and copper(II) The standard reduction potential for a substance indicates how readily that substance gains electrons relative to other substances at standard conditions. Consider the following:
Ni2+(aq)+2e- -> Ni(s), E red = -0.23V Cu2+(aq)+2e- -> Cu(s), E red = +0.337V
What is the standard potential, E cell, for this galvanic cell? Express your answer to four significant figures and include the appropriate units.