Cell Diagram [ENDORSED]
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Cell Diagram
When writing a cell diagram, why are I- ions and I2(s) separated on the oxidation side?
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Re: Cell Diagram
Not entirely sure I understand your question, but it shows that I- ions are oxidized (lose electrons) to become I2.
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Re: Cell Diagram [ENDORSED]
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!
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Re: Cell Diagram
Regardless of if the compounds are on the oxidation or reduction side, each compound in a different phase will be separated.
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Re: Cell Diagram
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.
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Re: Cell Diagram
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.
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Re: Cell Diagram
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
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