Frequently Asked Questions

1. Explain the function of a galvanic cell.

Answer:

A galvanic cell is an electrochemical cell used to supply electrical current by making the transfer of electrons through a redox reaction. During redox reactions, the galvanic cell converts chemical energy into electrical energy by transferring energy between the electrons.

2. How does an electrolytic cell work?

Answer:

An electrolytic cell converts electrical energy into chemical energy. In this cell, the redox reaction is not spontaneous, and electrical energy is required to initiate the reaction.

3. What is a half-cell or electrode?

Answer: 

It is a metal used to conduct electrons in a cell.

4. What is cell potential?

Answer:

In a cell, the potential difference between the two electrodes is called cell potential.

5. What is the electrochemical series? What is the potential of S.H.E?

Answer:

Electrochemical series: The various elements are arranged in the increasing order of standard reduction potential.


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