Voltaic cells — KCSE Chemistry
KCSE Chemistry · 61 practice questions · 4 syllabus objectives
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Key learning outcomes for this topic, aligned to the KNEC KCSE syllabus.
Describe the construction and operation of the Daniel cell and explain the role of each component
Use the electrochemical series to predict the direction of electron flow and calculate EMF of a voltaic cell
Distinguish between primary cells (non-rechargeable) and secondary cells (rechargeable) with examples
Voltaic cells
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Give one example of a primary cell and one example of a secondary cell. (2 marks)
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Name two characteristics that differentiate a primary cell from a secondary cell. (2 marks)
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Using standard electrode potentials provided, calculate the EMF of a voltaic cell made from copper/copper(II) and iron/iron(II) half-cells. (4 marks)
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