Changes at the electrodes Flashcards

(6 cards)

1
Q

when ions reach the electrode they do what

A

either gain or loose electrons depending on their charge

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2
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on half equations, if it is reduction the the adding the electrons has to be on the

A

left

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3
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on half equations, if it is oxidisation the the adding the electrons has to be on the

A

right

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4
Q

what’s the half equation for hydroxide

A

4OH- → 2H20 + O2 + 4e-

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5
Q

half equation for hydrogen

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H2 + 2e- → H2

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6
Q

which is the order for displacing

A

halide > hydroxide > all other negatively charged ions

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