C6 - Electrolysis Flashcards
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Electrolysis
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Chemical decomposition is produced by passing an electric current through a liquid or solution containing ions
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PANIC
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Positive anode, negative is cathode
3
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OILRIG
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Oxidation is loss (of electrons), reduction is gain (of electrons)
4
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Products at the cathode
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If the metal is more reactive than hydrogen H+ ions will be produced
5
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Products at the anode
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If no halide ions are present then O2 will form
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