Redox and electrode potentials Flashcards
1
Q
oxidation
A
loss of electrons or increase in oxidation number
2
Q
oxidising agent
A
a species which oxidises another species
3
Q
reducing agent
A
a species which reduces another species
4
Q
standard cell potential
A
the voltage of a cell measured under standard conditions
5
Q
standard electrode potential
A
the voltage of a half cell compared with the standard hydrogen electrode under standard conditions
6
Q
fuel cell
A
a type of cell which requires a constant supply of fuel and oxygen to generate a potential difference
