Cell Potential: The Nernst Equation definitions Flashcards
Cell Potential: The Nernst Equation definitions
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- Cell PotentialThe voltage difference between two electrodes in an electrochemical cell.
- Nernst EquationA formula used to calculate the cell potential under non-standard conditions.
- Reaction QuotientA ratio of product to reactant concentrations, excluding solids and liquids.
- Standard Cell PotentialThe cell potential measured under standard conditions: 1 M concentration, 1 atm pressure, pH 7.
- Electrochemical CellA device that generates electrical energy from chemical reactions.
- Redox ReactionA chemical reaction involving the transfer of electrons between two species.
- VoltageThe electrical potential difference between two points in a circuit.
- Moles of ElectronsThe quantity of electrons transferred in a redox reaction.
- Ion ConcentrationThe amount of ions present in a solution, typically measured in molarity.
- Equilibrium ConstantA value that expresses the ratio of product to reactant concentrations at equilibrium.