Cells Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What can a simple cell produce?
A
Electricity
2
Q
What is an electrochemical cell?
A
A basic system made up of two different electrodes in contact with an electrolyte.
3
Q
What must the two electrodes be able to do?
A
Conduct electricity
4
Q
What are electrodes usually made out of?
A
Metal
5
Q
What is the electrolyte?
A
A liquid that contains ions which react with the electrodes
6
Q
What has to be connected for electricity to be produced by electrodes?
A
They have to be connected by a wire
