Galvanic Cell Worksheet
Explore the principles of galvanic cells, including oxidation-reduction reactions, electrodes, and electron flow in this Grade 9 chemistry worksheet.
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Galvanic Cell Worksheet
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1. In a galvanic cell, what type of reaction occurs spontaneously?
Electrolysis
Redox reaction
Neutralization
Precipitation
2. Which component of a galvanic cell allows for the flow of ions between the two half-cells?
External circuit
Voltmeter
Salt bridge
Electrode
3. Oxidation occurs at the (anode/cathode) in a galvanic cell.
4. Electrons flow from the to the through the external circuit.
5. The purpose of the salt bridge in a galvanic cell is to maintain .
6. In a galvanic cell, the cathode is the negative electrode.
True
False
7. A galvanic cell converts electrical energy into chemical energy.
True
False
8. Briefly explain the difference between oxidation and reduction.
9. Describe the role of the electrodes in a galvanic cell.