Electrochemistry Quizzes: Test Your Understanding of Electrochemical Cells, Redox Reactions, and Electrolysis

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of electrochemical cell?

Accepted Answer

Capacitor

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Galvanic cell

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Electrolytic cell

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Fuel cell

Question 2

Electrolysis involves the conversion of:

Accepted Answer

Electrical energy into chemical energy

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Chemical energy into electrical energy

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Thermal energy into chemical energy

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Chemical energy into thermal energy

Question 3

In a galvanic cell, oxidation occurs at the:

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Anode

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Cathode

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Salt bridge

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Electrolyte

Question 4

The process of using electricity to drive a non-spontaneous chemical reaction is called:

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Electrolysis

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Hydrolysis

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Oxidation

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Reduction

Question 5

A strong oxidizing agent is:

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Chlorine

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Sodium

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Iron

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Carbon

Question 6

The half-reaction that occurs at the cathode in an electrolysis cell is:

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Reduction

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Oxidation

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Anode reaction

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Cathode reaction

Question 7

The emf of a concentration cell is directly proportional to the:

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Difference in concentration of reactants

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Temperature

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Surface area of electrodes

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Type of electrolyte

Question 8

Which factor does NOT influence the EMF of an electrochemical cell?

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Surface area of electrodes

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Concentration of reactants

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Temperature

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Nature of electrodes

Question 9

Define the standard hydrogen electrode (SHE).

Accepted Answer

Platinum electrode immersed in a solution of H+

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Hydrogen gas bubbled into a solution of HCl

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Silver electrode immersed in a solution of Ag+

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Copper electrode immersed in a solution of Cu2+

Question 10

Identify the reduction half-reaction in the following redox reaction: 
Zn + Cu2+ → Zn2+ + Cu

Accepted Answer

Cu2+ + 2 e- → Cu

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Zn → Zn2+ + 2 e-

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2 H2O → O2 + 4 H+ + 4 e-

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Fe3+ + e- → Fe2+

Question 11

What are the products of the electrolysis of water using inert electrodes?

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Hydrogen and oxygen

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Hydrogen and chlorine

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Oxygen and chlorine

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Sodium hydroxide and hydrogen

Question 12

Explain the difference between a voltaic cell and an electrolytic cell.

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A voltaic cell produces electricity from a chemical reaction, while an electrolytic cell uses electricity to produce a chemical reaction.

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An electrolytic cell produces electricity from a chemical reaction, while a voltaic cell uses electricity to produce a chemical reaction.

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Both voltaic and electrolytic cells produce electricity from chemical reactions.

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Both voltaic and electrolytic cells use electricity to produce chemical reactions.

Question 13

Describe the function of a salt bridge in an electrochemical cell.

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To allow the flow of ions between the half-cells

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To allow the flow of electrons between the half-cells

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To prevent the mixing of the solutions in the half-cells

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To act as a catalyst for the redox reaction

Question 14

Identify the strong electrolyte in the following list: 
Sugar
Sodium chloride
Ethanol
Water

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Sodium chloride

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Sugar

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Ethanol

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Water

Question 15

Identify the electrode in an electrochemical cell where oxidation occurs.

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Anode

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Cathode

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Salt bridge

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Voltmeter

Question 16

During the electrolysis of water, which electrode releases oxygen gas?

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Anode

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Cathode

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Reference electrode

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Counter electrode

Question 17

State the definition of the electromotive force (emf) of an electrochemical cell.

Accepted Answer

The potential difference across the cell when no current is flowing

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The maximum potential difference between the electrodes under standard conditions

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The potential difference across the cell when current is flowing

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The potential difference required to maintain a steady current flow

Question 18

Identify the factor that enhances the rate of an electrochemical reaction.

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Adding a catalyst

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Lowering the temperature

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Diluting the reactants

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Reducing the surface area of the electrodes

Question 19

Describe the relationship established by the Nernst equation.

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Relates the emf of a cell to its concentrations and temperature

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Relates the rate of a reaction to its activation energy

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Relates the equilibrium constant to the standard free energy change

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Relates the molarity of a solution to its conductivity

Question 20

Identify the strong oxidizing agent among the following.

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Chlorine gas (Cl₂)

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Hydrogen gas (H₂)

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Sodium metal (Na)

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Iron(II) ion (Fe²⁺)

Question 21

Explain the process of electroplating.

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Using an electric current to deposit a metal onto a surface

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Using an electric current to remove a metal from a surface

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Using an electric current to oxidize a metal surface

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Using an electric current to reduce a metal surface

Question 22

Define a fuel cell.

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A device that converts chemical energy into electrical energy

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A device that converts electrical energy into chemical energy

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A device that stores electrical energy

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A device that releases electrical energy

Question 23

Which of the following reactions does NOT involve a transfer of electrons?

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HCl(aq) + NaOH(aq) → NaCl(aq) + H₂O(l)

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Zn(s) + 2HCl(aq) → ZnCl₂(aq) + H₂(g)

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2CuO(s) → 2Cu(s) + O₂(g)

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Fe₂O₃(s) + 3CO(g) → 2Fe(s) + 3CO₂(g)

Question 24

During the electrolysis of molten sodium chloride, what substance is produced at the cathode?

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Sodium metal

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Hydrogen gas

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Chlorine gas

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Sodium hydroxide

Question 25

What is the oxidation state of iron in Fe₂O₃?

Accepted Answer

+6

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+2

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+3

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+4

Question 26

Which of the following species is the strongest oxidizing agent?

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Cl₂

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Zn²⁺

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Fe³⁺

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Na⁺

Question 27

What is the term for the movement of ions in solution towards electrodes?

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Electrophoresis

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Electrolysis

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Electroplating

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Galvanization

Question 28

What is the half-reaction that occurs at the anode of a voltaic cell?

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Oxidation

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Reduction

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Neutralization

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Precipitation

Question 29

Which of the following factors has no impact on the electromotive force (EMF) of an electrochemical cell?

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Cell volume

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Reactant concentration

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Temperature

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Electrode composition

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of electrochemical cells?

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Combustion cell

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Involve the transfer of electrons

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Can produce or consume electrical energy

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Utilize chemical reactions to generate electricity

Question 31

The oxidation number of chromium in Cr2O7 2- is:

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+6

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+3

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-3

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-6

Question 32

Which of the following is the correct balanced half-reaction for the reduction of oxygen in an acidic solution?

Accepted Answer

O2(g) + 4H+(aq) + 4e- → 2H2O(l)

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O2(g) + 2H+(aq) + 2e- → H2O2(aq)

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O2(g) → 2O2-(aq)

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O2(g) + 2H2O(l) + 4e- → 4OH-(aq)

Question 33

A solution with a pH of 3 has a hydrogen ion concentration of:

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10^-3 M

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10^-5 M

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10^-7 M

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10^-9 M

Question 34

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the rate of electrolysis?

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Pressure of the gases produced

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Concentration of the electrolyte

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Temperature

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Surface area of the electrodes

Question 35

The electrolysis of molten sodium chloride can produce:

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Sodium and chlorine gas

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Sodium hydroxide and hydrogen gas

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Sodium and oxygen gas

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Chlorine gas and hydrogen gas

Question 36

The Faraday constant is numerically equal to:

Accepted Answer

The charge of one mole of electrons

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The current required to produce one mole of a substance

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The number of electrons in one mole of a substance

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The mass of one mole of a substance

Question 37

Which of the following is a limitation of using the Nernst equation to calculate cell potentials?

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It does not account for concentration effects

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It assumes that the reaction is at equilibrium

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It requires knowledge of the standard reduction potentials

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It is only applicable to aqueous solutions

Question 38

Electroplating uses electrolysis to coat metal surfaces. Which of these is NOT a common application of electroplating?

Accepted Answer

Producing hydrogen fuel

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Making jewelry more durable

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Protecting metal from rust

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Creating circuits on printed circuit boards

Question 39

What is the main role of the salt bridge in an electrochemical cell?

Accepted Answer

It allows ions to move and balance the charge in the half-cells.

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It stops the solutions in the half-cells from mixing.

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It provides electrons for the electrochemical reaction.

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It creates the potential difference between the electrodes.

Question 40

Which of the following best describes an electrochemical reaction?

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A reaction involving the transfer of electrons between chemical species.

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A reaction that always takes place in a water-based solution.

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A reaction that primarily releases energy in the form of heat.

Question 41

Explain Faraday's laws of electrolysis and discuss their importance in understanding electrochemical processes.

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Faraday's laws establish the quantitative relationship between the electric charge and the mass of substance involved in electrolysis.

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Faraday's laws are limited to aqueous solutions and cannot be applied to other solvents.

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Faraday's laws help determine the oxidation states of elements in electrochemical reactions.

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Faraday's laws have no practical applications and are only of theoretical significance.

Question 42

Which process takes place at the anode during electrolysis?

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Oxidation

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Precipitation

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Neutralization

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Reduction

Question 43

What is the nature of the solution produced by the electrolysis of a concentrated NaCl solution?

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Basic

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Amphoteric

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Neutral

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Acidic

Question 44

What is the primary function of a salt bridge in an electrochemical cell?

Accepted Answer

Maintain electrical neutrality

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Prevent mixing of solutions

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Act as a catalyst

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Increase cell potential

Question 45

Which metal exhibits the greatest tendency to undergo oxidation?

Accepted Answer

Sodium

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Gold

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Copper

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Iron

Question 46

What are the gaseous products formed during the electrolysis of water using inert electrodes?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen and oxygen

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Oxygen and chlorine

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Sodium and hydroxide ions

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Hydrogen and chlorine

Question 47

Which of the following statements about electrolysis is inaccurate?

Accepted Answer

Electrolysis occurs only in aqueous solutions.

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Electrolysis involves the transfer of electrons between electrodes.

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Electrolysis requires an external power source.

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Electrolysis can be used to purify metals.

Question 48

What is the effect of increasing the concentration of a reactant in an electrochemical reaction?

Accepted Answer

Increased reaction rate

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Decreased reaction rate

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No change in reaction rate

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Reversal of reaction direction

Question 49

What is the main purpose of a salt bridge in an electrochemical cell?

Accepted Answer

To maintain electrical neutrality by allowing the flow of ions between the half-cells.

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To prevent the build-up of charge in the half-cells.

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To provide a pathway for electrons to flow between the electrodes.

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To increase the rate of the redox reaction.

Question 50

Which of these statements is NOT true about an electrolytic cell?

Accepted Answer

It generates electrical energy from chemical reactions.

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It requires an external power source to drive the non-spontaneous reaction.

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It involves the transfer of electrons between electrodes.

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It uses an electrolyte to conduct electricity.

Question 51

During the electrolysis of molten sodium chloride, what substance is produced at the anode?

Accepted Answer

Chlorine gas (Cl₂)

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Oxygen gas (O₂)

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Sodium metal (Na)

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Hydrogen gas (H₂)

Question 52

What is the standard electrode potential (E°) of a half-cell?

Accepted Answer

The potential difference measured under standard conditions when the half-cell is connected to a standard hydrogen electrode (SHE).

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The potential difference between the two electrodes in a complete electrochemical cell.

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The potential difference measured when the half-cell is at equilibrium.

Question 53

The standard reduction potential (E°) for the half-reaction Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻ → Cu is +0.34 V. What is the standard electrode potential (E°) for the reverse reaction, Cu → Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻?

Accepted Answer

-0.34 V

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+0.68 V

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-0.68 V

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+0.34 V

Question 54

A galvanic cell is constructed using a zinc electrode and a copper electrode. Which electrode acts as the cathode?

Accepted Answer

Copper electrode

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Both electrodes

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Zinc electrode

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Neither electrode

Question 55

Which of the following factors can affect the cell potential of an electrochemical cell?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

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Temperature

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Pressure (for reactions involving gases)

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Concentration of reactants and products

Question 56

What does Faraday's law of electrolysis state?

Accepted Answer

The amount of substance produced at an electrode during electrolysis is directly proportional to the quantity of electricity passed through the electrolyte.

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The amount of substance produced is inversely proportional to the current.

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The rate of electrolysis is directly proportional to the concentration of the electrolyte.

Question 57

What is the primary function of a battery?

Accepted Answer

To convert chemical energy into electrical energy.

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To store heat energy.

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To convert electrical energy into chemical energy.

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To measure the flow of electricity.

Question 58

Which of the following are common applications of electrochemistry?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

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Production of metals (like aluminum)

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Electroplating (like gold plating jewelry)

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Corrosion prevention (like galvanizing steel)