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galvanic cell
This term refers specifically to a device where the chemical reaction is spontaneous, meaning it generates electricity without an external power source. It is often used interchangeably with "voltaic cell" in introductory chemistry, though some technical contexts distinguish the two based on the nature of the electrodes.
In professional scientific discourse, the term is used to contrast with "electrolytic cells," which require an external electrical current to drive a non-spontaneous chemical reaction. The term is strictly technical and is rarely encountered outside of chemistry, physics, or electrical engineering contexts.
Meanings
Examples
A galvanic cell converts chemical energy into electrical energy.
We need to set up a galvanic cell using zinc and copper electrodes for the experiment.
The voltage of a galvanic cell depends on the materials used for the electrodes.
Is this a galvanic cell or an electrolytic cell?
A salt bridge is essential to maintain electrical neutrality in a galvanic cell.
A salt bridge is essential to maintain electrical neutrality in a galvanic cell.
I wonder if I can increase the potential of this galvanic cell by changing the electrolyte concentration.
I wonder if I can increase the potential of this galvanic cell by changing the electrolyte concentration.
The early development of the galvanic cell paved the way for modern battery technology.