3.1 - Galvanic Cells (Voltaic Cells)
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What is a galvanic cell?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a battery.
Where does oxidation occur in a galvanic cell?
💡 Hint: Remember the anode is where electrons are released.
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What is the role of the cathode in a galvanic cell?
💡 Hint: Remember that reduction means gaining electrons.
True or False: The anode is positively charged in a galvanic cell.
💡 Hint: Think about the flow of electrons.
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In a galvanic cell, if the anode is zinc and the cathode is copper, write the overall balanced equation for the reaction and explain each half-reaction.
💡 Hint: Focus on oxidation numbers and what is being converted.
Describe how changing the concentration of the solutions in a galvanic cell would affect the cell potential and the flow of electrons.
💡 Hint: Consider the Nernst equation and its variables.
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