Summary - Electrochemistry

These notes cover all the essential Electrochemistry content required by the Independent Examinations Board (IEB), with detailed explanations, step-by-step calculations, worked examples, and practical tips to help learners develop confidence and improve their problem-solving skills. Topics included: Oxidation and reduction (redox) reactions Oxidising and reducing agents Oxidation numbers and how to determine them Half-reactions and balancing redox equations Galvanic (voltaic) cells Electrolytic cells Cell notation and standard cell diagrams Standard electrode potentials (E° values) Calculating cell potential (E°cell) Predicting the feasibility of redox reactions The electrochemical series Factors affecting electrochemical cells Practical applications of electrochemistry Corrosion and methods of corrosion prevention Electroplating and electrolysis