Chemistry Electrolysis Key Words Flashcards
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Anode
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The positive electrode
2
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Cathode
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The negative electrode
3
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Electrode
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A rod of metal or graphite through which an electric current flows into or out of an electrolyte
4
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Cation
A
Positively charged ion
5
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Anion
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Negatively charged ion
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Electrolyte
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An ionic compound that is molten or dissolved in water that conducts electricity and is decomposed by it
7
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Ore
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A rock containing enough quantities of a miner for extraction to be possible
8
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Extraction
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The action of extracting something, especially using effort or force
9
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Cryolite
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An aluminium compound with a lower melting point than aluminium oxide
10
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Bauxite
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