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metabolism - Set 21
Which of the following ion-selective electrode consist of gas permeable membrane?
Explanation
ExplanationGlass pH electrode consists of gas permeable membrane selective for CO2, NH3 or H2S. The diffusion of the gas through this membrane causes a change in pH of a sensing solution between the membrane and the electrode which is then determined. Glass electrode has a hydrated glass membrane which generates transverse electric potential. Solid-state electrodes has thin membrane of a specific ion conductor made from a mixture of silver sulphide and a silver halide. Clark oxygen electrode is used in amperometric biosensor.
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