C6(Electrolysis) Flashcards
1
Q
What does Electrolysis do
A
Breaks down substances using electricity
2
Q
What is an electrolyte
A
The compound that is broken down by electrolysis
3
Q
What is an electrode
A
Conducting rods that you dip into the electrolyte
4
Q
What is the positive electrode called
A
Anode
5
Q
What is the negative electrode called
A
Cathode
6
Q
What happens with the ions during electrolysis
A
7
Q
Why do the ionic compounds have to be molten
A
So their ions can be free to move and carry their charge to the electrodes
8
Q
What happens to the negativity charged ions at the anode
A
They are oxidised
9
Q
What happens to the positively charged ions at the cathode
A
They are reduced
