5.2.1

Chemical Cells

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Voltage Output of a Cell

The voltage output of a cell can be changed by changing the type of electrode, the type of electrolyte or both the type of electrode and the type of electrolyte.

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Type of electrode

  • A greater difference in reactivity between the two electrodes will result in the cell having a greater voltage.
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Type of electrolyte

  • Changing the electrolyte changes the reactions that happen at the electrodes. This will result in the voltage output of the cell changing.

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