Chapter 1 · Part 1

Electrochemistry

Where chemistry meets electricity — cells, potentials & the flow of electrons.

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Learning objectives

1Explain the Fundamentals
2Explain what is Electrochemistry
3Explain electrochemical Cells - The Foundation
4Explain types of Electrochemical Cells
5Explain galvanic (Voltaic) Cells: Converting Chemistry to Electricity
6Explain electrolytic Cells: Using Electricity to Drive Chemistry

Your learning path

Introduction

Understanding the Fundamentals

What is Electrochemistry?

Electrochemical Cells - The Foundation

Types of Electrochemical Cells

1. Galvanic (Voltaic) Cells: Converting Chemistry to Electricity

2. Electrolytic Cells: Using Electricity to Drive Chemistry

Understanding Electrode Potentials

The Concept of Electrode Potential

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Key terms

ConductivityMolar conductivityelectrode potentialΔG°λ°₊λ°₋E°(cell)EfficiencyProductionE°(cell) > 0E°(cell) < 0ConcentrationOverpotentialFuture VisionFaraday's LawIf E° is small

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