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TALENT 100
PHB A BIOPOLYMER
The organism that produces PHB is . The desirable qualities of PHB include that it is a . . Potentially PHB can be used in , ., , and The use of PHB is limited because the process is far too .
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Ethene, on the other hand, can be hydrated to produce ethanol and is represented by the following equation:
USES OF ETHANOL
Ethanol is as an important solvent due to its ability to . . .. The hydroxy group is due to the high ... The alkyl group is Uses of ethanol include: .
FERMENTATION
Fermentation is the process in which is broken down to and by the action of . The equation for fermentation is:
2 + 2
The optimum temperature for fermentation is An anaerobic environment is maintained, that means there is no
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This lesson begins with an analysis of the fermentation practical. Following that, we will explore the conversion of chemical energy to electrical energy by learning about displacement reactions, galvanic cells and calculations involving them.
PRACTICAL
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Aim: To plan an investigation which monitors the changes in mass occurring during the fermentation of glucose. Risk Assessment: There was little to no risk involved in this experiment. The only risk that was involved in the experiment was the possibility of breakage of glassware, and hence keep glassware away from the edge of the bench. Equipment: 250mL vacuum flask with rubber stopper and sidearm, 500mL beaker, 50mL measuring cylinder, large test tube, 20mL glucose solution (10% w/v), 1g Sodium dihydrogen phosphate (yeast nutrient), limewater, thermometer, electronic balance, equipment for control experiment. Method 1. Weigh out 1g yeast and add it to the vacuum flask. 2. Measure 20mL of glucose solution using a measuring cylinder and add to the flask. 3. Insert the rubber stopper and weight the apparatus and record exactly the initial mass. 4. Place the reaction apparatus in a 500mL beaker containing water held at 30-35C (see diagram) 5. Over successive days, re-weigh both flasks and record any mass changes that have occurred. 6. Connect the rubber hose to a glass test tube containing limewater. Observe and record any changes in appearance. 7. Perform the same steps with the control experiment without the addition of the yeast.
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500 mL beaker 250 mL vacuum flask with side arm Water (30- 35C) Yeast + Glucose solution bath
Observations and Results The initial yeast solution was milky yellow in colour. It was opaque and its smell resembled chicken broth. After 1 day, a creamy layer was on top of the mixture. An odour resembling that of wine was noted. After 2 days, the wine odour was much stronger. When the flask was swirled, the creamy substance on top of the mixture dissolved. Sediment was observed at the bottom of the flask. The limewater went cloudy. Mass (g) 238.410 235.217 234.217
Time 10:30 Thursday 26/10 10:30 Friday 27/10 1:30 Monday 30/10
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= 0.095 = = 0.095 = 0.095 x 46.07 = 4.39g Discussion There were several assumptions made in this experiment. The first was that all of the carbon dioxide gas escaped and all the mass that was lost was due to the escape of carbon dioxide (we verify that the identity of the gas is CO2 by passing it through limewater and noting the subsequent cloudiness). Therefore, it is assumed no oxygen or water vapour passed into or out of the flask. Another assumption made was that all the glucose fermented and there was none left. However, there were errors in this experiment. If the amount of carbon dioxide lost and the amount of ethanol produced is added, this amount is more than the original mass of the glucose showing a violation of the Law of Conservation of Mass. Sources of experimental error include: Evaporation of water which we might assume was due to carbon dioxide loss. Lack of sensitivity in the electronic scales (only 1 decimal place) As leaves the vessel, air enters and occupies mass. Using a small mass of glucose means the mass of CO2 produced is extremely small. This could be improved by using more glucose. A control is used to show that any mass loss in the catalysed reaction is due to the production of CO2 and not the evaporation of the reaction mixture. Conclusion: We were successfully able to plan an investigation which monitors the changes in mass occurring during the fermentation of glucose.
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If Alistair prepares the solution we prepared above in the experiment and measures it he finds it weighs 356.32g. Two days later he finds that it weighs 351.17g. Assuming all the glucose has fermented and the mass loss occurs only because of carbon dioxide escape. Find: a) The mass of carbon dioxide lost b) The moles of carbon dioxide lost c) The volume of carbon dioxide lost d) The mass of ethanol produced e) The original mass of glucose 1 1 1 2 2
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This occurs because an electron transfer occurs between the ions. One metal loses electrons while another gains the electrons this metal has just lost. For example consider if we put zinc in a solution of copper ions: The zinc loses electrons:
+ 2
The above example clearly demonstrates metal displacement reactions as electron transfer reactions. The 2 electrons that the zinc loses are transferred to the copper ion which is converted to a neutral atom. The copper is said to have been DISPLACED
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Thus, displacement reactions involve the transfer of electrons But does this occur when any metal is place in a solution of metal ions? No. Only certain metals can displace a particular metal ion from a solution; this is related to the reactivity of the two metals. Only a more active metal will
A metal further to the left will displace the ions of a metal to the right of it from solution. For example consider if we added magnesium metal to cobalt ion solution. Since magnesium is more reactive than cobalt, it will displace the cobalt ion and convert it to cobalt metal. Meanwhile, the magnesium metal will be converted to ion. However, if we added iron to zinc ions in solution, nothing would happen. This is because iron is less reactive than zinc, and therefore unable to displace it from solution. The reaction of metals with dilute acids are also displacement reactions. The metal displaces hydrogen gas from hydrogen ions in solution e.g.
+ 2 +
Talent Tip: If you are unsure of the reactivity of metals, use the standard table of potentials. Metals higher on the table are more reactive, while those lower are less reactive.
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What occurs when copper is placed in silver ion solution? Write appropriate equations in your answer.
Solution Since copper is more reactive than silver it will displace the silver ions from solution. The copper loses two electrons:
+ 2
These electrons are transferred to the silver ion which gains electrons to be converted to neutral silver metal
2 + 2 2
Worked Example 2 What occurs when lead is placed nickel ion solution? Write appropriate equations in your answer.
Solution Lead is less reactive than nickel so it will not be able to displace the nickel ion from solution. Hence no reaction occurs.
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Determine what occurs when each of the following metals are placed in the particular metal ion solutions specified (use equations where appropriate): a) Magnesium in zinc ion b) Nickel in cobalt ion c) Tin in magnesium ion d) Lead in silver ion 2 2 2 2
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Solution We know that the oxidation of is equal to -2. This means if we add up the oxidation numbers of each individual atom in this molecule, we should get an answer of -2. We know that when it is within a molecule , oxygen has an oxidation number of -2. So let the oxidation number of chromium = N. Note there are two chromium atoms here. 2 + 72 = 2. 2 14 = 2 2 = 12, = 6. The oxidation number of chromium is +6.
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What is the oxidation number of manganese in ? A change in oxidation state of a species corresponds to a loss or gain of electrons is a gain of electrons leading to a decrease (or reduction) in oxidation number
is the loss of electrons leading to an increase oxidation number. When these two reactions occur at the same time we get an overall REDOX reaction. Metal displacement reactions are an example of redox reactions. The displaced metal gains electrons so it is reduced. Meanwhile the metal that has done the displacing has lost electrons and been oxidised. If we refer back to the activity series, we can see that as we move to the right, it becomes more difficult to oxidise these metals. This also means it becomes easier to reduce them. We can also tell this from the table of standard potentials, which is on your infocard. The meaning of these numbers will become clearer later and for now this is a good indication of how easy a certain species is to reduce or oxidise. Talent Tip: Oxidation and reduction must occur simultaneously. A good mnemonic to remember the difference between oxidation and reduction is OIL RIG: Oxidation Is Loss (of electrons); Reduction Is Gain (of electrons)
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GALVANIC CELLS
A galvanic cell is a device that uses a spontaneous chemical reaction to . It converts energy into energy.
A galvanic cell utilises electron transfer reactions to generate electricity by physically separating the oxidation reaction and a reduction reactions. A galvanic cell consists of two-half cells. In one half-cell oxidation occurs while in the other reduction occurs. These are connected by a conducting pathway (such as an external wire or circuit) so that when electrons are released upon oxidation, they flow through the circuit to the reduction half-cell where they are consumed. This electron flow constitutes electrical energy and can be used to do work.
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Talent Tip: This cell can be represented using the shorthand Zn / Zn // Cu /Cu where
the electrodes are written on the ends and the corresponding solutions in the middle. The left side corresponds to the anode half cell and the right side corresponds to the cathode. The electrons are released by oxidation travel from the zinc electrode to the copper electrode in the reduction half cell which produces a current and voltage through the external wire.
The electrodes in the above cell are the zinc and copper metals. There are two electrodes in each galvanic cell; an anode and a cathode. Anode: The electrode at which oxidation occurs. It is marked as negative (-) in galvanic cells.
In the case of our cell, the anode is the zinc metal as this is where oxidation occurs. Cathode: The electrode at which reduction occurs. It is marked as positive (+) in galvanic cells.
It this case the cathode is the copper metal as this is where reduction occurs. Since electrons flow from the site of oxidation to the site of reduction, it follows that: In a galvanic cell, electron flow ALWAYS occurs from the to the .
This is because electrons are liberated at the anode and consumed at the cathode. Another important aspect of the galvanic cell is the electrolyte. An electrolyte is a substance which in solution or molten state conducts electricity
The electrolytes from the above cell are the copper sulfate and zinc sulfate solutions. Without the electrolytes, the reactions would not be able to occur and there would be no voltage or current generated. Talent Tip: The Anode is where oxidation occurs, and reduction occurs at the cathode good way to remember the definition of anode and cathode is by the mnemonics AN OX and RED CAT.
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The salt bridge used is usually a piece of filter paper or chromatography paper soaked in an electrolyte such as which joins the two half cells. The salt bridge ensures electrical neutrality between the two half cells, allowing the cell to continue functioning. It provides anions which flow to the anode to make up for the loss of negative charge; and cations which flow to the cathode to make up for the excess negative charge. It is easy to remember that: From the salt bridge: Anions flow to the anode Cations flow to the cathode
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b) Define an electrolyte 1
All these features of galvanic cells are evident on the diagram on page 14. Summary: How a Galvanic Cell operates
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The following combinations of half-cells are set up: 1. Copper in copper nitrate solution and silver in silver nitrate solution. 2. Zinc in zinc sulphate solution and cobalt in cobalt nitrate solution 3. Magnesium in magnesium nitrate solution and silver in silver nitrate solution 4. Iron (II) in Iron (II) nitrate and aluminium in aluminium nitrate solution Draw a sketch of each of these combinations and answer the following questions: a) Which is the anode? b) Which is the cathode? c) Write reaction half equations for each half cell and an overall reaction equation d) Draw a labelled diagram of the galvanic cell showing all important features including the direction of electron and ion flow TALENT 100: HSC SUCCESS. SIMPLIFIED. Page 19 of 32 www.talent-100.com.au 1 1 3 4
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PRACTICAL
INVESTIGATING THE CONDITIONS NEEDED FOR A GALVANIC CELL
Aim: To identify the conditions under which a galvanic cell is produced Equipment list 2 pairs of copper electrodes. 2 pairs of zinc electrodes. A pair of graphite electrodes 1 mol / L of sodium chloride solution 1 mol/ L of sulfuric acid solution 150 ml Beakers Electrical leads Distilled water Safety glasses Voltmeter Alligator clips
Risk Assessment: Sulfuric acid is highly corrosive so it is advisable to wear safety goggle to avoid any acid splash in the eyes. The voltages created are too low to cause a risk so this experiment would therefore be a low risk experiment. Method 1. Set up the apparatus as shown.
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2. Construct the following 6 galvanic cells and vary the electrodes A, B and the electrolytes A, B and C in the following combinations. 3. Experiment No 1 2 3 4 Electrode A Zn Zn Zn Zn Electrode B C Cu Cu Cu Electrolyte C Distilled Water IM 1M 2 4 1M 2 4 , Touch the bottoms of A and B together 5 6 Zn Zn Zn C 1M 2 4 1M 2 4
4. Observe and record any signs of chemical reaction 5. Measure the voltage reading Results Experiment No 1 2 3 Electrode A Zn Zn Zn Electrode B C Cu Cu Electrolyte C Distilled Water 1M 1M 2 4 Results Nothing occurs 0.75V reading on voltmeter 1V on voltmeter which falls to 0.95 over time. Zinc bubbles violently 4 Zn Cu 1M 2 4 , Touch Voltage drops to 0 as there is a the bottoms of A short circuit and B together 5 6 Zn Zn Zn C 1M 2 4 1M 2 4 Nothing occurs Reading on Voltmeter
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Cell 1 did not function like Cells 2 and 3 because the electrolyte in Cell 1 was weak. This meant that there were no free ions so there was no reduction occurring at the copper electrode. There also was no oxidation of zinc at the zinc electrode and no voltage could be generated. It can be concluded that a strong electrolyte is required between the electrodes for an effective cell. At Cell 4, the electrodes are touching each other creating a short circuit. This means that the current does not go through the external circuit. It can be concluded that in a galvanic cell the electrodes cannot be touching and they must be in contact with an electrolyte between them Cell 5 had copper electrodes in both compartments. This meant that the electrodes were at the same potential and there was no potential difference between them so there was no current or voltage. It can be concluded that a potential difference between the electrodes is required for an effective galvanic cell. It can be concluded from these experiments that a galvanic cell forms when two electrodes of different potential are placed in a strong electrolyte. The electrolyte causes reduction at the cathode and oxidation at the anode and thus a net flow of charge between the electrodes. Conclusion: We were successfully able to identify the conditions under which a galvanic cell is produced
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This table shows the standard electrode potential for each reduction reaction. It essentially shows the voltage that would be generated if we placed that electrode in a cell in which the standard hydrogen electrode is the other electrode. More about the standard hydrogen electrode follows on the next page. A positive reduction potential indicates that that process occurs spontaneously and thus liberates energy. Conversely, a negative standard reduction potential indicates that that process requires an input of energy to occur (i.e. it does not occur spontaneously). The of an electrode refers to the potential of that electrode in its standard state relative to the standard hydrogen electrode
It is used as a reference electrode to measure the potential of other electrodes in their standard state. This is because cell emf depends upon variables such as concentration of species present, temperature and pressure. Also, note that the term standard electrode potential may only be applied to reduction half equations and never oxidation half reactions. The table of standard potentials is very useful in determine the theoretical voltages/emf generated by galvanic cells. In order to do this we must know the two half equations. The following is the procedure for determining the voltage- or cell emf (if we do not know which species undergoes oxidation and which undergoes reduction):
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2. Select the half-cell reaction with the most positive , and write the half-equation and value. This half-reaction is the reduction reaction (this occurs because as we go down the left hand side of the table, the ease of reduction for each ion increases. The ion that is easier to reduce will, logically, be reduced):
+ , = +0.80
3. Reverse the direction of the other half-cell reaction and change the sign of . This half-reaction is the oxidation reaction (this occurs because the reduction of the other ion is more favourable so this reaction will become an oxidation):
+ 2 , = 0.76
Talent Tip: To get the oxidation equation, we reverse the reduction half equation. In doing so, we must reverse the sign of the value 4. Calculate the cell voltage by adding the half-cell potentials.
= 0.80 + 0.76 = 1.56 Talent Tip: From the balanced equation we saw that two times the silver ions are required to react with zinc. When calculating the cell voltage, the ratio does not affect the calculated EMF and thus we do not need to multiply 0.80 V by 2 for silver. The cell voltage of a galvanic cell must always be positive. If we already know which is the reduction half equation and oxidation half equation we can skip to step 3 and merely reverse the standard emf for the oxidation equation. www.talent-100.com.au TALENT 100: HSC SUCCESS. SIMPLIFIED. Page 26 of 32
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We can use our knowledge of the standard table to explain the observations we made on page 7 and 8 about of oxidation and reduction: 1. As we move down the table, the reduction potentials become more positive. Therefore, the reduction reactions become more spontaneous and the ease of reduction for the species on the left hand side increases. 2. As we move up the table, the oxidation potentials become more positive. Therefore, the oxidation reactions become more spontaneous and the ease of oxidation for the species on the right hand side increases.
Worked Example 4 Find the voltage generated when a galvanic cell is made of magnesium in magnesium nitrate solution and zinc in zinc nitrate solution.
From the equations we can see that zinc ion is more easily reduced so therefore the magnesium is oxidised rather than reduced and we reverse the equation and the voltage:
+ 2 = 2.36
+ +
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Calculate the voltage generated by a galvanic cell with the following combinations of half-cells. Assume standard conditions: a) magnesium and magnesium nitrate with copper (II) and copper (II) nitrate b) aluminium and aluminium nitrate with and silver and silver nitrate c) iron and iron (II) nitrate with silver and silver nitrate 1 1 1
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PRACTICAL
POTENTIALS OF DIFFERENT METAL COMBINATIONS IN ELECTROLYTE
Aim: To measure the difference in potential of different combinations of metals in electrolyte solution. Equipment list Pair of zinc electrodes Pair of copper electrodes Pair of magnesium electrodes Pair of lead electrodes 1M zinc sulfate 1M copper sulfate 1M magnesium sulfate 1M lead nitrate 150mL beakers Chromatography paper Potassium nitrate solution Voltmeter Electrical Leads Alligator clips Emery paper
Risk Assessment: Lead nitrate is toxic so we must ensure we wash our hands after this experiment and clean up any spills of lead nitrate immediately. Do not dispose of lead solutions down the sink. Overall, this is a low risk experiment.
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1. Clean the metal electrodes with emery paper. 2. Set up the galvanic cell as follows:
V A S B
4. Record the measured net voltage and the polarity of the electrodes
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Question 7 (30 marks) For all the above cells: a) Find the cathode and anode b) Write the oxidation and reduction half equations c) Write the net ionic equation d) Calculate the theoretical cell voltage 1 2 1 1
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The cell voltages we obtained were lower than the theoretical cell voltages we calculated above. This occurred for a number of reasons: We used low quality voltmeters which created a load on the circuit causing the voltage to drop significantly While the concentrations were kept at approximately to 1M (1 significant figure), we could not ensure standard conditions were maintained i.e. solute concentration of 1.000mol/L (4 significant figures), temperature of 25C, and pressure of 100.0kPa. This may have affected the voltages slightly The voltmeter had markings only at every 0.1V increment so there may have been errors reading the values of the analogue voltmeter. This could be improved by having a more sensitive, digital voltmeter. The metals may not have been completely pure. This is why we cleaned the electrodes with emery paper to remove oxide layers and other impurities. There may have been impurities in the electrolyte solutions.
Conclusion: We were successfully able to measure the difference in potential of different combinations of metals in electrolyte solution.
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