8.3.1 - Common Components of Electrochemical Cells

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the function of an electrolyte in an electrochemical cell?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what helps ions move in a solution.

Question 2

Easy

Identify the two types of electrodes in an electrochemical cell.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember where oxidation and reduction happen.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What occurs at the anode of a galvanic cell?

  • Reduction
  • Oxidation
  • Both

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the mnemonic LEO for oxidation.

Question 2

True or False: In a galvanic cell, the anode is positive.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about where electrons are produced.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If a galvanic electrochemical cell uses copper and zinc electrodes with copper as the cathode, describe the electron and ion flow as the cell operates.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about which electrode loses and gains electrons.

Question 2

Explain how varying the concentration of the electrolyte can affect the performance of an electrochemical cell.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how ion availability influences reactions in a cell.

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