Electrochemical Cell

When copper and zinc are connected with wire (immersed in their own sulphate solution), voltage is being detected.

1....(i) Which electrode will undergo oxidation?

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(ii) Write the equation for the reaction which takes place at this electrode.

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(iii) What is this electrode called?

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2....(i) Which electrode will undergo reduction?

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(ii) Write the equation for the reaction which takes place at this electrode.

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(iii) What is this electrode called?

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3..........What is the direction of flow of the electrons?

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What does the salt bridge "do" in the anode and cathode?

 

 

 

 

 

What are the functions of using salt bridge?

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