Foundations of College Chemistry, Binder Ready Version
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Author: Morris Hein, Susan Arena, Cary Willard
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Chapter 17, Problem 19RQ
Interpretation Introduction
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Equations for two half-reactions that occur at electrodes on
Concept Introduction:
Electrolysis is phenomenon to convert electrical energy to chemical energy. Electrolytic cells convert electric energy into chemical energy. In these cells, non-spontaneous reactions occur so energy is supplied for their occurrence. Such cells have positively charged anode and positively charged cathode.
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