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Homework Statement
State two reasons for the difference between the predicted voltage and the operating voltage of a voltaic cell.
Electrochemistry is a branch of chemistry that deals with the study of chemical reactions that involve electricity. It involves the transfer of electrons between different substances and the use of electrochemical cells to generate electric energy.
Voltage differences in electrochemical cells are caused by the difference in the standard reduction potentials of the two half-reactions involved in the cell. This difference in potential is due to the difference in the tendency of the reactants to donate or accept electrons.
Voltage differences in electrochemical cells can change due to a variety of factors such as changes in temperature, concentration, and pressure. These changes can affect the rate of the chemical reactions involved in the cell, ultimately leading to a change in the voltage difference.
Voltage differences in electrochemical cells are significant as they determine the amount of energy that can be generated by the cell. They also play a crucial role in predicting the direction of the electron flow and the overall efficiency of the cell.
Voltage differences in electrochemical cells can be measured using a voltmeter. They can be controlled by adjusting the concentrations of the reactants, changing the type of electrode materials used, or adding an external power source to the cell.