IB Chemistry SL 3.2.7 Secondary Rechargeable Cells Questions

Use real SL exam questions to identify rechargeable-cell materials, write discharge/recharge equations and compare cell types.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Chemistry SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • Identify the electrode and electrolyte materials in a named secondary cell during discharge, and assign the anode and cathode roles.
  • Write or identify the discharge and recharge half-equations for a secondary cell, including electron transfer and reversal when electrical energy is supplied.
  • Compare secondary cells with primary cells and fuel cells by reversibility, stored chemical energy, materials and reuse.

IB Chemistry SL 3.2.7 Secondary Rechargeable Cells Questions question 1

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Which statement about electrochemical cells is correct?

A

Primary (voltaic) cells use electrical energy to produce a redox reaction.

B

Electrolytic cells are rechargeable.

C

Secondary cells can use electrical energy to produce a redox reaction.

D

Primary (voltaic) cells are rechargeable.

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