The Electrochemical Series
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The electrochemical series shows equations representing reactions of which type?
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Oxidation
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Reduction
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Neutralisation
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Precipitation
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Explore the fundamentals of electrochemical reactions with questions on metal activity, electron flow, and oxidation processes in electrochemical cells.
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Which of the following metals is highest in the electrochemical series?
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Tin
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Magnesium
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Iron
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Zinc
Correct Answer
A. MagnesiumExplanation
Magnesium is the metal that is highest in the electrochemical series. The electrochemical series is a list of metals arranged in order of their tendency to lose electrons and form positive ions. The higher a metal is in the series, the more easily it loses electrons and the more reactive it is. Magnesium is higher in the series compared to tin, iron, and zinc, indicating that it has a greater tendency to lose electrons and is more reactive than these metals.Rate this question:
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If a cell is set up with copper and one other metal, which other metal would allow a flow of electrons AWAY FROM the copper?
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Aluminium
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Nickel
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Gold
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Copper
Correct Answer
A. GoldExplanation
Gold would allow a flow of electrons away from copper because gold has a lower electronegativity than copper. Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons in a chemical bond. Since gold has a lower electronegativity, it has a weaker attraction for electrons compared to copper. This means that when a cell is set up with copper and gold, the electrons will tend to flow from the copper electrode towards the gold electrode.Rate this question:
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In a cell, what type of charged particle flows in the wires?
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Atoms
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Protons
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Ions
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Electrons
Correct Answer
A. ElectronsExplanation
Electrons are the charged particles that flow in the wires of a cell. In a cell, the flow of electrons creates an electric current. Electrons are negatively charged and are responsible for carrying the charge from one point to another within the circuit. This movement of electrons is what allows electrical devices to function properly, as they provide the necessary energy for the circuit to work. Therefore, electrons are the correct answer to the question.Rate this question:
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In a half cell involving copper and nickel, which of the following chemicals could be used as an electrolyte for the copper electrode?
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Nickel sulphate solution
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Zinc nitrate solution
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Copper chloride solution
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Nickel chloride solution
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A. Copper chloride solutionExplanation
Copper chloride solution could be used as an electrolyte for the copper electrode in a half cell involving copper and nickel because it contains copper ions, which can be reduced at the cathode (copper electrode) during the electrolysis process. The copper ions will gain electrons and form solid copper, while the chloride ions in the solution will migrate to the anode (nickel electrode) to balance the charge. This allows for the flow of electric current in the cell.Rate this question:
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Which of the following describes an oxidation reaction?
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Nickel atoms turning into nickel ions
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Chloride ions turning into chlorine molecules
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Hydrogen ions turning into hydrogen molecules
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Magnesium atoms losing electrons
Correct Answer
A. Magnesium atoms losing electronsExplanation
The process in which magnesium atoms lose electrons is an oxidation reaction. In oxidation, a substance loses electrons, and the oxidation number of the element increases. In the case of magnesium atoms losing electrons, they become magnesium ions.Rate this question:
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Which of the following statements best describes the flow of electrons in the above circuit?
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From lead to zinc through the wires
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From lead to zinc through the salt bridge
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From zinc to lead through the salt bridge
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From zinc to lead through the wires
Correct Answer
A. From zinc to lead through the wiresExplanation
The flow of electrons in the above circuit is from zinc to lead through the wires. This is because in a battery, the anode (negative terminal) is made of zinc and the cathode (positive terminal) is made of lead. During the chemical reaction inside the battery, zinc atoms lose electrons and become positively charged ions, while lead ions gain electrons and become neutral lead atoms. The electrons flow from the zinc electrode to the lead electrode through the wires, creating an electric current.Rate this question:
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Which of the following chemicals could NOT be used as an electrolyte in a cell?
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Ammonium chloride
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Calcium carbonate
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Sodium nitrate
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Copper(II) chloride
Correct Answer
A. Calcium carbonateExplanation
Calcium carbonate cannot be used as an electrolyte in a cell because it is an insoluble compound. Electrolytes are substances that can conduct electricity when dissolved in a solution or melted. Calcium carbonate does not dissociate into ions in water, so it cannot carry an electric current. On the other hand, ammonium chloride, sodium nitrate, and copper(II) chloride are all soluble compounds that can dissociate into ions and therefore can be used as electrolytes in a cell.Rate this question:
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Which of the following statements describe a redox reaction?
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Copper metal being added to zinc chloride solution
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Magnesium being added to dilute nitric acid
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Potassium iodide solution being added to lead(II) iodide solution
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Sulphuric acid reacting with calcium carbonate
Correct Answer
A. Magnesium being added to dilute nitric acidExplanation
When magnesium is added to dilute nitric acid, a redox reaction occurs. In this reaction, magnesium is oxidized to magnesium ions, while nitric acid is reduced to nitrogen dioxide gas. This can be seen by the change in oxidation states of the elements involved. Magnesium goes from an oxidation state of 0 to +2, indicating oxidation, while nitrogen in nitric acid goes from +5 to +4, indicating reduction. Therefore, this reaction is an example of a redox reaction.Rate this question:
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When zinc is added to copper(II) sulphate solution, what could you expect to see happening?
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Nothing
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Effervesence
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The colour of the solution will fade and a brown solid will form
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The colour of the solution will become more intense and a silver solid will form
Correct Answer
A. The colour of the solution will fade and a brown solid will formExplanation
When zinc is added to copper(II) sulphate solution, a displacement reaction occurs. Zinc is more reactive than copper, so it displaces copper from the copper(II) sulphate solution. This results in the formation of a brown solid called copper(I) oxide and the fading of the blue color of the solution. Therefore, the correct answer is that the color of the solution will fade and a brown solid will form.Rate this question:
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