Electrolytic Cells and Their Applications

What is the primary function of an electrolytic cell?

• To convert electrical energy into chemical energy through non-spontaneous reactions

• To convert chemical energy into electrical energy through spontaneous reactions

• To store electrical energy for later use

• To generate electricity from mechanical energy

In an electrolytic cell, where does oxidation occur?

• At the anode, which is positively charged

• At the cathode, which is negatively charged

• At the anode, which is negatively charged

• At the cathode, which is positively charged

What is a common industrial application of electrolytic cells?

• Production of chlorine and sodium hydroxide

• Generation of electricity in power plants

• Conversion of solar energy into electrical energy

• Manufacturing of semiconductors

During the electrolysis of aqueous sodium chloride, what is produced at the cathode?

• Hydrogen gas

• Sodium metal

• Chlorine gas

• Oxygen gas

How do electrolytic cells contribute to the functionality of rechargeable batteries?

• They drive non-spontaneous reactions necessary to restore the battery's chemical energy during charging

• They provide a spontaneous reaction to generate electricity during discharging

• They store electrical energy directly without chemical conversion

• They convert mechanical energy into chemical energy