Parts of a Galvanic Cell (HSC SSCE Chemistry): Flashcards
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Galvanic cell
Galvanic cell
Converts chemical energy to electrical energy
Three essential galvanic cell components
Three essential galvanic cell components
Electrodes, electrolyte solutions, salt bridge
Half cell
Half cell
Electrode representing half of complete redox reaction
Electrolyte
Electrolyte
Substance conducting electricity when dissolved/melted
Salt bridge function
Salt bridge function
Maintains electrical neutrality in electrode solutions
Anode
Anode
Electrode where oxidation occurs (negative terminal)
Cathode
Cathode
Electrode where reduction occurs (positive terminal)
Negative terminal reaction
Negative terminal reaction
Oxidation (electrons released)
Positive terminal reaction
Positive terminal reaction
Reduction (electrons absorbed)
Common salt bridge electrolyte
Common salt bridge electrolyte
Potassium nitrate ()
