Solidum Quiz in Batteries and Electrolysis
Solidum Quiz in Batteries and Electrolysis
Solidum Quiz in Batteries and Electrolysis
2. Al + Cu+2 Al+3 + Cu
Oxidation: Al Al+3 + 3e-
Reduction: Cu+2 + 2e- Cu
Overall: 2Al + 3Cu+2 → 2Al+3 + 3Cu
II. Problem Solving: Write your complete solution and answer on the space provided.
1. A constant current of 0.910 A is passed through an electrolytic cell containing molten MgCl2 for 14.5 h.
What mass of Mg is produced?
Anode (oxidation): 2Cl- Cl2 + 2e-
Cathode (reduction): Mg+2 + 2e- Mg
Given: Solution:
I = 0.910 A C = At
t = 14.5 h = (0.910 A)(52,200 s)
Required: mass of Mg C = 47,502 C
2. What current is needed to deposit 0.490 g of chromium metal from a solution of Cr3+ in a period of 1.25
hr?
Given:
Mass = 0.490 g Cr
t = 1.25 hr
Required: I = ?
Solution:
0.490 g x 1 mol = 0.009 mol Cr
52 g
Cr + 3e- Cr
+3
I = 0.58 A