In Daniel over all cell reaction potential of the cell,will change us remains constant?

Daniel cell is a galvanic cell. It is a simple voltaic cell where Zn is at anode and Cu is at cathode. The reaction taking place at anode and cathode are:

Anode: Zn→Zn2+ +2e- (oxidation of zinc takes place)

Cathode Cu2+ + 2e--→ Cu (reduction of copper takes place)

Cell representation- Zn/Zn2+ (c1)// Cu2+(c2)/Cu

Cell potential : Ecell = ECu2+Cu- EZn2+ Zn
The equations involved in the production energy involve ions whose concentration may change, therefore it do not  gives a constant potential  throughout its life.

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