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1/15BackSkip to main contentBackGalvanic Cell
A type of electrochemical cell that converts chemical energy into electrical energy through spontaneous redox reactions. Anode
The electrode where oxidation occurs, losing electrons and typically dissolving over time in a galvanic cell. Cathode
The electrode where reduction occurs, gaining electrons and mass as cations are attracted to it in a galvanic cell. Redox Reaction
A chemical reaction involving the transfer of electrons, with oxidation and reduction processes. Salt Bridge
A device that allows the flow of ions to maintain charge balance in a galvanic cell, preventing charge build-up. Standard Cell Potential
The voltage difference between two electrodes under standard conditions, indicating the cell's ability to produce electricity. Equilibrium
The state in a galvanic cell when it has discharged all electricity, with no net electron flow, often called a dead battery. Ionization Energy
The energy required to remove an electron from an atom or ion, influencing electron flow in electrochemical cells. Electron Affinity
The tendency of an atom to attract electrons, important for the cathode in a galvanic cell to gain electrons. Entropy
A measure of disorder or randomness, with positive change indicating spontaneity in a galvanic cell. Gibbs Free Energy
A thermodynamic quantity indicating the spontaneity of a reaction, negative in a galvanic cell. Equilibrium Constant
A value greater than one in a galvanic cell, indicating a spontaneous reaction. Reaction Quotient
A measure used to determine the direction of reaction progress relative to equilibrium. Electrolytic Cell
A non-spontaneous electrochemical cell that requires an external power source to drive reactions. Plating
The process where dissolved ions solidify on the cathode, increasing its mass in a galvanic cell.
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