C. Electrochemical Reactions

Question 1

Define a Galvanic Cell

Answer 1

A cell in which chemical energy is converted to electrical energy

Question 2

Define Oxidation (in terms of e transfer)

Answer 2

Oxidation is a loss of electrons.

Question 3

Define Reduction (in terms of e transfer)

Answer 3

Reduction is the gain of electrons

Question 4

Define Oxidation (in terms of oxidation number)

Answer 4

Oxidation is an increase in oxidation number

Question 5

Define Reduction (in terms of oxidation number)

Answer 5

Reduction is the decrease in oxidation number

Question 6

Define Oxidising Agent

Answer 6

A substance that is reduced

Question 7

Define Reducing Agent

Answer 7

A substance that is oxidised

Question 8

Define an Anode

Answer 8

The electron where oxidation takes place

Question 9

Define a Cathode

Answer 9

The electrode where reduction takes place

Question 10

Define an Electrolyte

Answer 10

A substance of which the aqueous solution contains ions

Question 11

Define an Electrolytic Cell

Answer 11

A cell in which electrical energy is converted into chemical energy

Question 12

Define Electrolysis

Answer 12

The use of electrical energy to produce a chemical change