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What is the primary consideration when selecting a wavelength for analyzing an analyte?

  • The color of the analyte
  • Ensure strong absorption of the analyte at the selected wavelength (correct)
  • The size of the sample container
  • The temperature of the environment

Which factor is NOT relevant when selecting a wavelength for spectrophotometric analysis?

  • Presence of interfering species
  • Instrument limitations
  • Personal preference of the analyst (correct)
  • Absorbance of the analyte

When dealing with a spectrum that has broad peaks, what should be prioritized?

  • The average absorbance across all peaks
  • The first peak encountered in the spectrum
  • The most prominent or specific peak related to the analyte (correct)
  • A peak with minimal absorbance

What wavelength range is typically covered by UV-Vis spectrophotometers?

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What should be avoided to minimize the impact of stray light on absorbance measurements?

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What characterizes a galvanic cell?

<p>It generates electricity from spontaneous chemical reactions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In an electrochemical cell, which process occurs at the anode?

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Which part of an electrochemical cell balances charges at the electrodes?

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What is the main purpose of an electrolytic cell?

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What is a defining feature of voltaic cells?

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Which electrode serves as the negative terminal in a galvanic cell?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes redox reactions?

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In the representation of an electrochemical cell, what does a single line ( | ) indicate?

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What is the primary role of the monochromator in a spectrometer?

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Why is it essential to select the appropriate wavelength when using a spectrophotometer?

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What could potentially skew absorbance readings during spectrophotometric analysis?

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What is the purpose of the detector in a spectrometer?

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Which application of spectrochemical methods focuses on ensuring the safety of consumable products?

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What does the Beer-Lambert Law primarily describe?

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What is one disadvantage of spectrochemical methods?

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What must be understood before selecting the appropriate wavelength during a spectrophotometric analysis?

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What is the primary role of the working electrode in voltammetric techniques?

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Which voltammetric technique involves a linear increase in voltage with time?

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In which practical application is voltammetry NOT typically used?

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What is the function of the reference electrode in electrochemical measurements?

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Which of the following techniques is particularly sensitive for trace metal analysis?

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Which component of a voltammetric cell allows current to flow and completes the circuit?

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What does differential pulse voltammetry primarily improve in measurements?

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Spectrochemical methods mainly involve the interaction of what with matter?

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What principle does UV-Vis spectroscopy rely on to relate absorbance to concentration?

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Which of the following is a limitation of Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS)?

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What is the primary application of fluorescence spectroscopy?

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How does fluorescence spectroscopy detect emitted light?

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What factor does NOT influence the absorbance in UV-Vis spectroscopy according to the Beer-Lambert Law?

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What type of sample states does Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) analyze?

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What advantage does fluorescence spectroscopy offer compared to other methods?

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Which application is NOT commonly associated with Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS)?

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What does a peak in the spectrum indicate?

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Why is using λmax advantageous when measuring absorbance?

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For a blue solution like Cu²⁺ in ammonia, where is λmax typically found?

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What happens if measurements are taken at wavelengths away from the λmax?

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In the example of Fe³⁺ ions with thiocyanate, at what wavelength is λmax found?

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Why is wavelength selection critical to calibration?

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Which effect is most likely when using absorbance values at wavelengths far from λmax?

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What is a benefit of the linearity of the Beer-Lambert Law near λmax?

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Flashcards

Electrochemistry

A branch of chemistry that explores the relationship between chemical reactions and electrical energy.

Redox Reactions

Chemical reactions where electrons are transferred between substances.

Electrochemical Cells

Devices that convert chemical energy into electrical energy or vice versa.

Galvanic Cells (Voltaic Cells)

Electrochemical cells that generate electricity from spontaneous redox reactions.

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Anode

A component of an electrochemical cell where oxidation occurs.

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Cathode

A component of an electrochemical cell where reduction occurs.

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Electrolytic Cells

Electrochemical cells that use electrical energy to drive non-spontaneous reactions.

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Salt Bridge

A salt bridge is a component of some electrochemical cells that allows the flow of ions to balance the charges.

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Voltammetry

A technique that uses electrical signals to study chemical reactions. It analyzes the transfer of electrons between molecules in a solution.

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Redox Potential

The potential at which a redox reaction becomes thermodynamically favorable. It can be used to determine the tendency of a molecule to gain or lose electrons.

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Reversibility of Redox Reaction

A measure of the ease with which an electrode reaction occurs. It involves understanding the rate of electron transfer between the analyte and the electrode.

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Working Electrode

The electrode where the redox reaction of interest occurs. It's the surface where the analyte interacts with the electrical signal.

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Reference Electrode

An electrode that provides a stable and known potential reference point for the measurement. This ensures accurate potential readings.

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Counter Electrode

An electrode that helps complete the electrical circuit by allowing current flow. It balances the current at the working electrode.

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Linear Sweep Voltammetry (LSV)

A type of voltammetry where the voltage is increased linearly with time. It provides information about the overall current flow.

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Cyclic Voltammetry (CV)

A technique that cycles the voltage forward and backward, revealing the redox processes at different potentials. It helps understand the reaction's reversibility.

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λmax

Wavelength where a molecule absorbs the most light, indicated by a peak in the absorbance spectrum.

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Spectrometer

A device that measures the intensity of light transmitted through a sample to analyze its composition or concentration.

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Calibration

The process of measuring the absorbance of a series of solutions with known concentrations to create a relationship between absorbance and concentration.

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Visible Spectrophotometer

A type of spectrometer that uses light in the visible range of the electromagnetic spectrum.

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λmax (Lambda max)

The maximum wavelength of light that a substance absorbs, causing the most significant change in absorbance.

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Beer-Lambert Law

The relationship between the absorbance of a solution and its concentration, where absorbance is directly proportional to concentration.

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Absorbance

The measurement of how much light passes through a sample, indicating the amount of light absorbed.

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Absorbance Spectrum

A plot showing the absorbance (y-axis) of a substance at different wavelengths (x-axis)

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Linearity of Beer-Lambert Law

The wavelength range where the Beer-Lambert Law is most reliable, ensuring accurate concentration measurements.

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Beer-Lambert Law

The relationship between the absorbance of a solution and the concentration of the analyte is linear. It states that absorbance is directly proportional to the analyte's concentration and the path length of light through the solution.

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Monochromator

A component of a spectrometer that selects a specific wavelength of light to shine on the sample, isolating a particular color.

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Sensitivity

The extent to which a measurement can detect small changes in concentration.

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Detector

A component of a spectrometer that measures the intensity of light that passes through the sample or is emitted by the sample.

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Transmittance

The measurement of the amount of light reaching a detector after passing through a sample. A measure of light that is not absorbed.

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Cuvette

A container designed to hold the sample in a spectrometer for analysis, ensuring a consistent path length for the light beam.

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Absorbance Spectrum

A visual representation of the absorbance of a substance across a range of wavelengths.

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UV-Vis Spectroscopy

A method that measures how much ultraviolet (UV) and visible light a sample absorbs. It uses the Beer-Lambert Law to relate the amount of light absorbed to the concentration of the substance in the sample.

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Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS)

A measurement of how much light is absorbed by free atoms in a gas. It uses a specific light source to excite the atoms in a sample and measures the light absorbed at specific wavelengths.

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Fluorescence Spectroscopy

A technique that measures the light emitted by a sample after it has absorbed energy. This emitted light is at a longer wavelength than the absorbed light.

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Molar Absorptivity (ε)

A measure of how strongly a substance absorbs light at a specific wavelength.

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Path Length (b)

The distance the light travels through the sample in spectroscopy. It is usually measured in centimeters.

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Atomization

The process of converting a liquid sample into a gas of free atoms. It is usually done in a flame or a graphite furnace.

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Interference from Other Species

Interfering species can affect the accuracy of absorbance measurements for the analyte. These species may absorb light similar to your analyte, making it hard to measure its absorbance accurately.

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Study Notes

Electrochemistry

  • Electrochemistry studies the interplay between electrical energy and chemical reactions
  • It's crucial for understanding how chemical reactions produce electricity and vice-versa

Key Concepts

  • Redox Reactions: Essential to electrochemical processes; involve oxidation (loss of electrons) and reduction (gain of electrons)
  • Electrochemical Cells: Devices transforming chemical energy into electrical energy (galvanic/voltaic cells) or using electrical energy to drive chemical reactions (electrolytic cells)

Electrochemical Cells (Galvanic)

  • Galvanic cells produce electricity from spontaneous redox reactions.
  • Typically consist of two electrodes (anode and cathode), often made of different metals, immersed in an electrolyte.
  • The anode is where oxidation occurs; the cathode is where reduction occurs.
  • A salt bridge connects the half-cells to maintain charge neutrality.
  • Oxidation occurs at the anode (Red Cat An Ox)

Electrolytic Cells

  • Electrolytic cells require an external energy source (e.g., a battery) to drive a nonspontaneous redox reaction.
  • The electrodes in electrolytic cells are connected to the power source, driving the non-spontaneous reaction.
  • The electrodes of an electrolytic cell can be placed in a single compartment containing the molten or aqueous electrolyte.
  • Oxidation occurs at the anode; the electrode becomes the positive terminal
  • Reduction occurs at the cathode; the electrode becomes the negative terminal

Electrode Potentials

  • The potential difference between two electrodes determines the cell voltage.

Applications of Electrochemistry

  • Batteries
  • Corrosion prevention
  • Electroplating
  • Analytical techniques (e.g., pH measurements, ion concentration determination)

Potentiometry

  • Measures the potential difference between a reference electrode and an indicator electrode without drawing current.
  • Used for pH measurement and ion concentration determination.
  • Standard Hydrogen Electrode (SHE), Silver/Silver Chloride Electrode (Ag/AgCl), and Calomel Electrode are common reference electrodes.

Voltammetry

  • Measures current as a function of applied voltage.
  • Provides information about redox behavior and concentration of analytes in a solution.
  • Techniques include Linear Sweep Voltammetry (LSV), Cyclic Voltammetry (CV), Differential Pulse Voltammetry (DPV), and Square Wave Voltammetry (SWV).
  • Cyclic voltammetry involves scanning the applied potential cyclically to study redox reactions, reversibility, and kinetics.

Spectrochemical Analysis

  • UV-Vis Spectroscopy: Measures the absorption of ultraviolet and visible light by a sample. Based on the Beer-Lambert law.
  • Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS): Measures light absorption by free atoms in the gaseous state.
  • Fluorescence Spectroscopy: Measures the emission of light by a substance after absorbing electromagnetic radiation.

Practical Considerations

  • Spectrometer calibration is necessary
  • Select the optimal wavelength (λmax) for highest accuracy and sensitivity
  • Overlap from other absorbing species must be minimized
  • Instrument limitations should be considered

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