The two key applications of the electrochemical series are:
- Predicting the spontaneity of redox reactions. The electrochemical series helps determine which reactions will occur spontaneously based on the relative electrode potentials of the substances involved.
- Identifying the anode and cathode in electrochemical cells. By comparing the standard electrode potentials, the electrochemical series allows prediction of which electrode will undergo oxidation (anode) and which will undergo reduction (cathode) in galvanic cells or batteries.
These applications are fundamental in understanding corrosion, designing batteries, electroplating, and metallurgy processes.
