Standard Reduction Potentials (19.2.3)

Question 1

• Ecell values can be compared by replacing one half-cell of a galvanic cell.

Answer 1

• Ecell values can be compared by replacing one half-cell of a galvanic cell.

Question 2

• By convention, Ecell values are compared by reference to the standard hydrogen electrode (SHE).

Answer 2

• By convention, Ecell values are compared by reference to the standard hydrogen electrode (SHE).

Question 3

• The standard reduction potential (E˚) of a half-cell is the relative potential of a substance to be reduced by hydrogen.

Answer 3

• The standard reduction potential (E˚) of a half-cell is the relative potential of a substance to be reduced by hydrogen.