Voltaic Cell Worksheet
Explore the principles of voltaic cells, including their components, functions, and the electrochemical reactions that drive them.
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Voltaic Cell Fundamentals
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Read each question carefully and provide the best answer based on your understanding of voltaic cells. Show all your work for calculations.
1. Which of the following best describes the function of a voltaic (galvanic) cell?
Converts electrical energy into chemical energy.
Converts chemical energy into electrical energy.
Stores electrical energy for later use.
Generates heat through chemical reactions.
2. In a voltaic cell, where does oxidation occur?
Anode
Cathode
Salt bridge
External circuit
3. A voltaic cell consists of two different metals, called , immersed in electrolyte solutions.
4. The allows for the migration of ions to maintain electrical neutrality in the half-cells.
5. The flow of electrons in the external circuit is from the to the .
6. Reduction occurs at the anode in a voltaic cell.
True
False
7. The overall cell potential (E°cell) must be positive for a spontaneous reaction in a voltaic cell.
True
False
8. Briefly explain the purpose of a salt bridge in a voltaic cell.
9. Describe the difference between the anode and the cathode in terms of their roles in a voltaic cell.
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