Daniell Cell (Zinc-Copper Galvanic Cell)

Zn + Cu2+ → Zn2+ + Cu

概述

The Daniell cell consists of a zinc anode in ZnSO₄ solution and a copper cathode in CuSO₄ solution, connected by a salt bridge. Zinc is oxidized (E° = -0.76 V) and copper ions are reduced (E° = +0.34 V), giving a cell potential of 1.10 V. Invented by John Frederic Daniell in 1836, it was the first reliable source of electricity.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Zinc Zn 1 (s)
产物 Copper Cu 1 (s)

日常示例

The Daniell cell powered early telegraph networks across America and Europe, enabling rapid long-distance communication.

工业重要性

尽管已被现代电池取代,丹尼尔电池仍然是教授电化学和电极电位的教科书范例。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Daniell Cell (Zinc-Copper Galvanic Cell)?
The balanced equation is: Zn + Cu²⁺ → Zn²⁺ + Cu.
What type of reaction is Daniell Cell (Zinc-Copper Galvanic Cell)?
Daniell Cell (Zinc-Copper Galvanic Cell) is a electrochemical reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.
Is Daniell Cell (Zinc-Copper Galvanic Cell) exothermic or endothermic?
Daniell Cell (Zinc-Copper Galvanic Cell) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -210.0 kJ/mol.