Salt Bridge

Definition

A salt bridge is a laboratory device used to connect the oxidation and reduction half-cells of a galvanic cell, allowing ion flow without mixing solutions.

Related terms

Galvanic Cell:

This is an electrochemical cell that converts chemical energy into electrical energy, where redox reactions occur.

Anode/Cathode: These are electrodes where oxidation/reduction occurs respectively in an electrochemical cell, connected by salt bridge.

Electrolyte Solution: This solution contains ions that can move freely, which are transported across by salt bridge in galvanic cells.