A. On the diagram below: 1. Using the 2 arrows in each half cell, identify the contents of each half cell II. Label the anode and cathode III. Show the direction of electron movement in the external circuit IV. Label the salt bridge and, using the arrows, indicate the direction of movement of cations in the salt bridge

A. On the diagram below: 1. Using the 2 arrows in each half cell, identify the contents of each half cell II. Label the anode and cathode III. Show the direction of electron movement in the external circuit IV. Label the salt bridge and, using the arrows, indicate the direction of movement of cations in the salt bridge

Chemistry: Principles and Reactions

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Author:William L. Masterton, Cecile N. Hurley

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Chapter17: Electrochemistry

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16QAP: Consider a salt bridge voltaic cell represented by the following reaction...

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