Determine E° for the following reaction:
F₂(g) + 2Na(s) → 2Na⁺(aq) + 2F⁻(aq)
Under standard-state conditions, is the reaction spontaneous?

• A. E°_cell = 5.58 V
  The reaction is spontaneous under standard-state conditions.
• B. E°_cell = −5.58 V
  The reaction is nonspontaneous under standard-state conditions.
• C. E°_cell = 0.16 V
  The reaction is spontaneous under standard-state conditions.
• D. E°_cell = −0.16 V
  The reaction is nonspontaneous under standard-state conditions.

Answer: (A)