Introduction
Chapter Name : Electrochemistry |
Sub Topic Code : 102_12_03_01_01 |
Topic Name : Introduction |
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Sub Topic Name : Introduction |
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Introduction
Electrochemistry is the study of production of electricity from energy released during spontaneous chemical reactions.
Pre-Requisites:
Oxidation, Reducation
Activity:
The discharging of cell after some time.
Real Life Question:
The electrochemical cell stops working after some time. Why?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
|---|---|
| Oxidation | Loss of electrons is called oxidation. |
| Reducation | Gain of electrons is called reducation. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Electrochemical cell | It is a device in which the decrease in free energy during the spontaneous redox reaction is made to appear as electrical energy. |
Real life uses :
Generation of electrical current.
Places to visit :
Chemistry lab
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Electrochemical cell | It is a device in which the decrease in free energy during the spontaneous redox reaction is made to appear as electrical energy. |
What you learn in Theory:
Electrochemistry is the study of production of electricity from energy released during spontaneous chemical reactions.
What you learn in Practice:
Electrochemistry is the study of production of electricity from energy released during spontaneous chemical reactions.