6 Differences Between Galvanic Cells And Electrolytic Cells
S.NO. | Galvanic Cells | Electrolytic Cells |
1. | Electrolytic cells use an electric current to drive a chemical reaction. | |
2. | Galvanic cells have a positive and a negative electrode.
| Electrolytic cells have an anode and a cathode. |
3. | Galvanic cells have a spontaneous chemical reaction. | Electrolytic cells require an external source of energy to drive the chemical reaction. |
4. | Galvanic cells produce a voltage or electrical potential. | Electrolytic cells consume a voltage or electrical potential. |
5. | Galvanic cells are used to generate electricity. | Electrolytic cells are used to produce chemicals or to purify materials. |
6. | Galvanic cells are used to generate electricity. | Electrolytic cells are used to produce chemicals or to purify materials. |
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