Chemistry 12th Edition

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ISBN 10: 0078021510
ISBN 13: 978-0-07802-151-0

Chapter 18 - Electrochemistry - Questions & Problems - Page 849: 18.5

Answer

Example: NaCl, KCl, KNO3.

Work Step by Step

A salt bridge acts as an electrical contact between half-cells and makes a complete circuit. It balances the charge in the half-cells by the migration of it's ion. It prevents the attainment of fast equilibrium in half-cells. It minimizes the liquid junction potential in the half-cells. It provides a continual flow of electrons. Inert salts are used in salt bridges. Example: NaCl, KCl, KNO3.
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