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Galvanic cells (Redox) - Basic Intro (Part 1)

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This lesson explains Galvanic cells (Redox) - Basic Intro (Part 1), focusing on Galvanic cells and Redox fundamentals. It helps students explain batteries, fuel cells and corrosion and use the electrochemical series.

Galvanic cellsRedox fundamentalsCell components & designBatteries, fuel cells & corrosionRedoxGalvanic cellReducing agentOxidising agentElectrodeCathode

Learning goals

What you should be able to do

  • explain batteries, fuel cells and corrosion
  • use the electrochemical series
  • draw and explain a galvanic cell

Curriculum links

VCE Chemistry connections

  • Unit 3, Area of Study 1Primary galvanic cells and fuel cells as sources of energy