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Which electrode in an electrochemical cell is responsible for oxidation?
Which electrode in an electrochemical cell is responsible for oxidation?
- Anode (correct)
- Cathode
- Wire
- Zinc
What is the purpose of the porous barrier or salt bridge in an electrochemical cell?
What is the purpose of the porous barrier or salt bridge in an electrochemical cell?
- Accelerate the redox reaction
- Prevent charge from building up on the electrodes (correct)
- Increase the flow of electrons
- Isolate the two electrodes completely
Which part of an electrochemical cell experiences a reduction reaction?
Which part of an electrochemical cell experiences a reduction reaction?
- Cathode (correct)
- Electrolyte solution
- Wire
- Anode
In a homemade lemon battery, what does the LED light up indicate?
In a homemade lemon battery, what does the LED light up indicate?
What happens at the cathode in an electrochemical cell?
What happens at the cathode in an electrochemical cell?
If a student's LED does not light up in a lemon battery experiment, what could be a likely reason?
If a student's LED does not light up in a lemon battery experiment, what could be a likely reason?
What is the role of the wire in an electrochemical cell circuit?
What is the role of the wire in an electrochemical cell circuit?
Why are the two electrodes in an electrochemical cell placed in separate compartments?
Why are the two electrodes in an electrochemical cell placed in separate compartments?
What is the main purpose of electrochemistry?
What is the main purpose of electrochemistry?
What happens in an electrochemical cell?
What happens in an electrochemical cell?
In an electrochemical cell, what is the function of the electrolyte?
In an electrochemical cell, what is the function of the electrolyte?
Which part of an electrochemical cell is where reduction takes place?
Which part of an electrochemical cell is where reduction takes place?
What is the purpose of the wire connecting the cathode and anode in an electrochemical cell?
What is the purpose of the wire connecting the cathode and anode in an electrochemical cell?
Why are batteries considered examples of electrochemistry?
Why are batteries considered examples of electrochemistry?
Which component of a battery acts as the electrode where electrons are gained?
Which component of a battery acts as the electrode where electrons are gained?
