Electrochemistry Basics
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What is the purpose of a salt bridge in a galvanic cell?

  • To increase the voltage of the cell
  • To maintain charge balance and complete the circuit (correct)
  • To act as an electrode
  • To prevent the flow of ions
  • What does electrode potential refer to in a galvanic cell?

  • The resistance of the electrode
  • The concentration of electrolyte solution
  • The tendency of an electrode to undergo oxidation or reduction (correct)
  • The weight of the electrode
  • What defines the standard electrode potential (E0) of an electrode?

  • The pressure in the electrolyte solution
  • The volume of the electrolyte solution
  • Electrode potential relative to a standard hydrogen electrode under standard conditions (correct)
  • The temperature of the electrolyte solution
  • What is the purpose of the metallic conductor in each compartment of a galvanic cell?

    <p>To act as an electrode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reaction results in the conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy in electrochemistry?

    <p>Redox reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the half cells in a galvanic cell?

    <p>To complete the circuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the electrochemical series established?

    <p>To compare the potentials of various electrodes with standard hydrogen electrodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of electrochemical cell can chemical energy be converted into electrical energy?

    <p>Galvanic cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of an electrochemical cell?

    <p>Convert chemical energy into electrical energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of reactions can occur in galvanic cells?

    <p>Redox reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to describe charge transfer that occurs between different chemical species in electrochemistry?

    <p>Heterogeneous reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reverse process that can occur in electrochemistry by supplying electricity?

    <p>Decomposition reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

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