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Galvanic (Voltaic) and Electrolytic Cells

AP Chemistry· difficulty 3/5

Zn Cu salt bridge Zn²⁺ Cu²⁺ V

In the Zn|Zn²⁺ ‖ Cu²⁺|Cu cell, electrons flow externally from

  • A

    Zn (anode) to Cu (cathode)

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  • B

    Cu to Zn

  • C

    Salt bridge to wire

  • D

    Voltmeter to bridge

Explanation

Electrons leave the oxidized metal (Zn) and travel through the wire to Cu²⁺ for reduction.

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