Galvanic Cell Video Lecture
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This animated video will be helpful in understanding the basic concept of a galvanic cell, which is an electrochemical cell with the help of the following important points:
- Galvanic cell definition
- Construction of Galvanic cell
- Galvanic cell working principle
Frequently Asked Questions- FAQ
What is a galvanic cell?
A galvanic or voltaic cell is an electrochemical cell that converts the chemical energy of spontaneous redox reactions into electrical energy.
Why is it called a galvanic cell?
A galvanic cell or voltaic cell named respectively after the scientists Luigi Galvani and Alessandro Volta, is an electrochemical cell in which an electric current is generated by spontaneous Oxidation-Reduction events.
What is a galvanic cell made of?
A galvanic cell is comprised of two distinct metals (electrodes) coupled through a conducting solution (an electrolyte) and also externally connected to complete a circuit.