CHEMISTRY · Subjective · AP · Chemistry · Thermodynamics and Electrochemistry · Thermodynamics and Electrochemistry
Problem
Two electrolytic cells, one containing molten MgCl₂ and the other containing aqueous CuSO₄, are wired in series to the same direct-current source and operate for 20.0 min. In one or two sentences, explain why the same total number of electrons passes through both cells during this time interval.