A voltaic cell must be split into two separate cells, an oxidation and reduction half-cells. The two half-cells must be connected by a _____ so ions can freely flow between the two half-cells to balance the charges or the voltaic cell cannot function.

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A salt bridge is essential for a voltaic cell to function because it allows for the flow of ions between the two half-cells, maintaining electrical neutrality by balancing the charges as reactions occur.

A Voltaic Cell Must Be Split into Two Separate Cells