MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Flashcards: 4c Electrochemical Cells Redox

Study 4c Electrochemical Cells Redox in MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

In a galvanic cell, which way do cations and anions migrate through the salt bridge?

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ANSWER

Cations to cathode; anions to anode. Cations move to the cathode to balance negative charge buildup from reduction, while anions move to the anode to balance positive charge from oxidation.

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A student builds a concentration cell using identical Cu electrodes: Cu(s)|Cu2+^{2+}(0.10 M)||Cu2+^{2+}(1.0 M)|Cu(s) at 25°C. Assume ideal behavior and that the salt bridge maintains electroneutrality. Which outcome would be expected in this electrochemical cell?
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