How to Calculate Electrode Potential

The electrode potential can be calculated using the following formula:

Ecell = Ered – Eoxid

The half-cell with the larger reduction potential goes through the reduction process, whereas the half-cell with the lower reduction potential goes through the oxidation process.

Redox Reactions and Electrode Processes

Electrode Potential and Standard Electrode Potential are key concepts in the field of electrochemistry which is the branch of chemistry that deals with relationships between electric potential differences and observable chemical change. Electrode Potential is also used extensively in the development of sustainable battery technologies, as all modern-day batteries work on this principle to create voltage for the smooth operations of electronic gadgets. This article deals with the topic of Electrode Potential and Standard Electrode Potential in detail and helps us understand how electricity or potential is produced using chemistry.

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