Electrochemistry

Question 1

Define standard electrode potential.

Answer 1

The voltage measured under standard conditions with hydrogen electrode as the other half cell.

Question 2

Define standard conditions.

Answer 2

Concentration of ions at 1 mol/dm³

Temperature of 298 K

Pressure at 1 atm

Question 3

Explain the function of the salt bridge.

Answer 3

To allow the movement of ions to complete the circuit.