C3.4 Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
What is electrolysis?
A
Electrolysis is a process in which an electric current is passed through a compound, causing a chemical change
2
Q
What is electrolyte?
A
Liquid or solution contains an ionic compound.
Ions are free to move.
3
Q
What are electrodes?
A
Solid conductors, usually metal or carbon.