This week’s lab is based electrochemistry. Students will test the cell potentials of several galvanic cells. Students will use their data to organize the metals into a standard reduction table and compare their experimental data to that of the published (theoretical) values.
Objectives: After completing this week’s assignments you will be able to:
- Calculate the reduction potential for a galvanic cell.
- Establish an activity series of metal ions based on their relative reduction potentials.
| Assignment | Approximate Time to Complete | Due Date |
| Read over Lab Handout
*This MUST be printed and brought to class. |
15 minutes | Before Lab |
| View Prelab Video (Optional) | 30 minutes | Before Lab |
| Complete Prelab Quiz | 20 minutes | Before Lab |
| Complete Data and Obtain Signature | Completed In Class | In Class |
| Complete Postlab Quiz | 15 minutes | Before Next Lab Meeting |
*Prelab assignments must be completed prior to coming to lab for a student to be admitted to class.