Cell Notation Layout

[Ryan_K_1K]

Does it matter which side you write the oxidation and reduction reactions for cell notation?

[505306205]

Yes. Typically, you write the oxidation (anode) on the left and the reduction(cathode) on the right.

[Jasmine Fendi 1D]

Yes! I found the examples in class and discussion to be helpful about cell notation.

[Izzie Capra 2E]

Yes, anode goes on the left and cathode goes on the right. This makes sense because the flow of electricity flows from the anode to the cathode, so when you read the cell diagram, it should represent the flow of electrons with the salt bridge in the middle.

[505306205]

For a galvanic cell, the oxidation is on the left and the reduction is on the right.

[Omar Selim 1D]

Convention states that the anode (oxidation) should be on the left

[Ryan_K_1K]

thank you for the responses! I will make sure to keep the anode on the left when writing in cell notation! :)

[Alexandra Bartolome 2H]

an example is: Zn(s) | Zn2+(aq) || Cu2+(aq) | Cu(s),
where the anode is on the left of the salt bridge and the cathode is on the right