5 Questions
What is the definition of electrochemistry?
The study of the interchange between electrical and chemical energy
What is the mechanism of electrolytic conduction?
It involves the flow of current accompanied by the movement of matter in the form of ions
What are metallic conductors?
Substances allowing free movement of electrons in the metallic lattice
What is an electrolytic conductor?
A conducting medium where current flow is accompanied by movement of matter in the form of ions
What happens to Cl─ ion close to the anode during electrolytic conduction?
It transfers an electron to the anode and gets oxidized to Cl
Study Notes
Electrochemistry
- Electrochemistry is the branch of chemistry that deals with the relationship between chemical reactions and electricity.
Conduction Mechanisms
- Electrolytic conduction is the process by which an electric current flows through an electrolyte, a substance that dissociates into ions.
- Mechanism of electrolytic conduction: ions in the electrolyte move towards the oppositely charged electrode, facilitating the flow of electric current.
Types of Conductors
- Metallic conductors: allow electric current to flow through the movement of electrons, not ions.
- Electrolytic conductors: substances that dissociate into ions, allowing electric current to flow through the movement of ions.
Electrolytic Conduction
- When an electric current is applied to an electrolyte, ions move towards the oppositely charged electrode.
- At the anode (positive electrode), negatively charged ions (anions) such as Cl─ move away from the anode, allowing the electric current to flow.
Test your knowledge of electrochemistry and redox reactions with this quiz. Learn about the interchange between electrical and chemical energy, electrochemical reactions, and electrical conductors.
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