1. Module 4

1.23. Page 4

Lesson 4

Module 4—Batteries and Balance

Lesson Summary

 

In Lesson 4 you considered the following question:

  • What are some of the practical applications of electrolytic cells?

You learned that electrolytic cells are used to produce elements, refine metals, and electroplate. In the next lesson you will learn about quantitative relationships that need to be considered when operating an electrolytic cell. Can you think of what chemical entity in an electrolytic cell determines the quantity of product that can be produced? Go to Lesson 5 to learn the answer.