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In electrochemistry, where do the reactions involving electrons moving take place?
In electrochemistry, where do the reactions involving electrons moving take place?
- In the surrounding atmosphere
- Between electrodes separated by an ionically conducting and electronically insulating electrolyte (correct)
- Within the electrodes
- Within the ionic species in a solution
What distinguishes an electrochemical reaction from a conventional chemical reaction?
What distinguishes an electrochemical reaction from a conventional chemical reaction?
- Electrons are transferred via an electronically-conducting circuit (correct)
- Generation of light as a byproduct
- Higher energy release
- Involvement of only solid-state materials
When is a chemical reaction called an electrochemical reaction?
When is a chemical reaction called an electrochemical reaction?
- When it involves high temperature
- When it involves only gaseous reactants
- When it is driven by an electrical potential difference (correct)
- When it occurs in a vacuum
What is the role of the electrolyte in electrochemical reactions?
What is the role of the electrolyte in electrochemical reactions?
In what way do electrons move in electrochemical reactions?
In what way do electrons move in electrochemical reactions?
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