Chemistry 12th Edition

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Chapter 18 - Electrochemistry - Questions & Problems - Page 849: 18.1

Answer

For a galvanic cell anode is an electrode where atoms or ions lose their electrons and undergo oxidation. It is the electrode with negative charge. A cathode is an electrode where atoms or ions gain electrons and undergo reduction. It is the electrode with positive charge. There is a potential difference between the electrodes of a cell. It is called the emf of the cell. An atom or an ion has the ability to either lose or gain electrons and thereby get oxidized or reduced. This ability is measured in terms of reduction potential.

Work Step by Step

For a galvanic cell anode is an electrode where atoms or ions lose their electrons and undergo oxidation. It is the electrode with negative charge. A cathode is an electrode where atoms or ions gain electrons and undergo reduction. It is the electrode with positive charge. There is a potential difference between the electrodes of a cell. It is called the emf of the cell. An atom or an ion has the ability to either lose or gain electrons and thereby get oxidized or reduced. This ability is measured in terms of reduction potential.
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