Cell Diagram [ENDORSED]

[Tim Foster 2A]

When writing a cell diagram, why are I- ions and I2(s) separated on the oxidation side?

[Vincent Tse 1K]

Not entirely sure I understand your question, but it shows that I- ions are oxidized (lose electrons) to become I2.

[Brigitte Phung 1F]

I believe you're referring to the single lines in between the I- ions and I2(s) - if so, cell diagram notation involves separating elements/compounds that are in different states (solid/liquid/gas/aq) on both sides!

[Ashley Macabasco 2K]

Regardless of if the compounds are on the oxidation or reduction side, each compound in a different phase will be separated.

[Matthew Lee 3L]

If they are in different states, they will be separated by lines. If they are in the same state, they will be separated by commas.

[CalebBurns3L]

The the compounds are in a different state, then you always separate them with bars. Otherwise, if they are in the same state, you would simply separate them with commas.

[Christina Bedrosian 1B]

The only time they aren't going to be separated by lines is when they are both the same state such as two aqueous solutions

[Shreya Ramineni 2L]

The phases are separated.