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(^23) Electrochemistry
Chapter Outline
23.1 Electrochemical Cells
23.2 CELLPOTENTIAL
23.3 Electrolysis
23.4 REFERENCES
There is worldwide concern about the relationship between climate change and the use of fossil fuels. Many
scientists believe that increased use of these fuels (in vehicles and other gas-powered equipment) has the potential
to irreversibly damage our environment. In addition to the environmental concerns, supplies of fossil fuels are
finite, and because they are non-renewable energy sources, we will eventually need alternatives. New developments
in batteries and other energy storage devices are being explored to help deal with these issues. Electrochemical
processes are at the heart of these new technologies.
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