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Which type of electrode is specifically designed to respond selectively to a single ion?
Which type of electrode is specifically designed to respond selectively to a single ion?
What effect does increasing the temperature have on cell potential?
What effect does increasing the temperature have on cell potential?
Which application of electrochemistry involves the use of electrical energy to drive a non-spontaneous reaction?
Which application of electrochemistry involves the use of electrical energy to drive a non-spontaneous reaction?
According to Faraday's first law, what is the relationship between the quantity of electricity passed and the mass of substance produced?
According to Faraday's first law, what is the relationship between the quantity of electricity passed and the mass of substance produced?
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What does Faraday's second law of electrolysis describe?
What does Faraday's second law of electrolysis describe?
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What is the main purpose of electrochemistry?
What is the main purpose of electrochemistry?
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Which statement correctly defines oxidation in a redox reaction?
Which statement correctly defines oxidation in a redox reaction?
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In a galvanic (voltaic) cell, which component is responsible for oxidation?
In a galvanic (voltaic) cell, which component is responsible for oxidation?
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What is the significance of standard electrode potential (E°)?
What is the significance of standard electrode potential (E°)?
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How does the electrochemical series assist in electrochemistry?
How does the electrochemical series assist in electrochemistry?
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What does a positive cell potential (Ecell) signify in a reaction?
What does a positive cell potential (Ecell) signify in a reaction?
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What is the main application of the Nernst equation in electrochemistry?
What is the main application of the Nernst equation in electrochemistry?
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Which one of the following correctly represents the relationship for cell potential (Ecell)?
Which one of the following correctly represents the relationship for cell potential (Ecell)?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Electrochemistry
- Electrochemistry is the branch of chemistry concerned with the interconversion of chemical and electrical energy.
- It involves oxidation-reduction (redox) reactions, where electrons are transferred between species.
- These reactions can be used to generate electricity (voltaic cells) or to drive chemical reactions using electricity (electrolytic cells).
Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
- Oxidation is the loss of electrons, while reduction is the gain of electrons.
- The species that loses electrons is the reducing agent, and the species that gains electrons is the oxidizing agent.
- Redox reactions are balanced using half-reactions.
Electrochemical Cells
- A galvanic (voltaic) cell uses a spontaneous redox reaction to generate electrical energy.
- An electrolytic cell uses electrical energy to force a non-spontaneous redox reaction to occur.
- Key components of an electrochemical cell include: electrodes, electrolytes, and an external circuit.
- The anode is where oxidation occurs, and the cathode is where reduction occurs.
Standard Electrode Potential (E°)
- Standard electrode potential (E°) is a measure of the tendency of a species to gain or lose electrons.
- It is measured in volts (V) under standard conditions (298 K, 1 atm, 1 M solutions).
- The standard hydrogen electrode (SHE) is used as a reference electrode with a standard potential of 0.00 V.
Electrochemical Series
- The electrochemical series lists the standard reduction potentials (E°) for various half-reactions in decreasing order.
- The higher the E° for a half-reaction, the greater the tendency of the species to undergo reduction.
- The electrochemical series can be used to predict the feasibility of redox reactions and the direction of electron flow in a voltaic cell.
Cell Potential (Ecell)
- The cell potential (Ecell) is the difference in standard electrode potentials between the cathode and the anode.
- Ecell = E°cathode - E°anode
- A positive Ecell indicates a spontaneous reaction, while a negative Ecell indicates a non-spontaneous reaction.
Nernst Equation
- The Nernst equation relates the cell potential (E) to the cell potential under standard conditions (E°) and the concentrations of the species involved.
- Its important application is in understanding how the cell potential changes with the concentration of reactants and products.
- The equation is critical for calculating non-standard cell potentials.
Types of Electrodes
- Different types of electrodes are used for electrochemical analysis, including:
- Metal electrodes
- Ion-selective electrodes
- Glass electrodes
- These electrodes are chosen based on the specific chemical properties of the analyte.
Applications of Electrochemistry
- Electrochemistry has diverse applications across many fields:
- Batteries and fuel cells
- Corrosion
- Electroplating
- Analytical chemistry (e.g., voltammetry)
- Medical devices (e.g., pacemakers)
- Industrial processes (e.g., refining metals)
Factors Affecting Cell Potential
- Temperature impacts Ecell, as reaction rates and equilibrium positions are temperature-dependent.
- Concentration of reagents and products in the half-cell solutions influences the cell potential, affecting the potential difference between the electrodes.
Electrolysis
- Electrolysis uses electrical energy to drive a non-spontaneous redox reaction.
- The process is commonly used for the production of chemicals, refining metals, and electroplating.
- Faraday's laws of electrolysis describe the relationship between the amount of electricity used and the amount of substance produced in an electrochemical reaction.
Faraday's Laws of Electrolysis
- Faraday's first law states that the mass of a substance produced or consumed during electrolysis is directly proportional to the quantity of electricity passed through the cell.
- Faraday's second law states that the mass of different substances produced or consumed by the same quantity of electricity is directly proportional to their equivalent weights.
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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of electrochemistry, focusing on oxidation-reduction reactions and the functioning of electrochemical cells. It includes key terms like galvanic and electrolytic cells, as well as the roles of reducing and oxidizing agents. Test your knowledge and understanding of how chemical and electrical energy interconvert.
