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Electro Chemistry — Revision Notes

Tamil Nadu Board · Class 12 · Chemistry

Electro Chemistry revision notes for Tamil Nadu Board Class 12 Chemistry: 4 topics in quick points. Includes 1 Conductivity of Electrolytic Solutions, 2.

45 questions37 flashcards3 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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9.1 Conductivity of Electrolytic Solutions

  • Conductivity is the ability of a solution to conduct electric current through the movement of ions
  • Resistance (R) is inversely proportional to conductance (C): C = 1/R
  • Resistivity (ρ) depends on the nature of the electrolyte and is defined as R = ρ(l/A)
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9.2 Kohlraush's Law and Applications

  • Kohlrasch's law states that at infinite dilution, Λm° equals the sum of ionic molar conductances of constituent ions
  • For electrolyte AxBy: Λm° = x(λm°)A^y+ + y(λm°)B^x-
  • Each ion contributes a fixed amount to molar conductance independent of other ions present
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9.3 Electrochemical Cells

  • Electrochemical cells convert between chemical and electrical energy
  • Galvanic cells produce electrical energy from spontaneous redox reactions (E° > 0)
  • Electrolytic cells consume electrical energy to drive non-spontaneous reactions (E° < 0)
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9.4 Thermodynamics and Nernst Equation

  • Maximum electrical work done by cell: Wmax = -nFEcell
  • Free energy change related to cell potential: ΔG° = -nFEcell°
  • At equilibrium (when Ecell = 0): ΔG° = -nFEcell° = -RT ln(Keq) = 0, so Keq = 1 doesn't mean K=1

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Key Concepts

Conductivity is the ability ofMolar conductivity (Λₘ) is the conductanceAt infinite dilutionA galvanic cell is a deviceThe standard electrode potential (E°)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Electro Chemistry for Tamil Nadu Board Class 12 Chemistry?
Key topics in Electro Chemistry include 1 Conductivity of Electrolytic Solutions, 2 Kohlraush's Law and Applications, 3 Electrochemical Cells, 4 Thermodynamics and Nernst Equation. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Tamil Nadu Board Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise Electro Chemistry for the Tamil Nadu Board Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Electro Chemistry. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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