Chemistry Summative Prep:) Flashcards
Define Electrolysis
Breaking down of an ionic compound using electricity.
Define Anode
Positive electrode
Define Cathode
Negative electrode
Define Electrolyte
molten or aqueous substance which undergoes electrolysis.
ანოდზე ჟანგბადიანს დაასწრებს OH!
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კათოდზე H-ზე უფრო რეაქტიულს დაასწრებს H!
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In which way do electrons move in the external circuit?
In electrolysis the electrons move toward the cathode in the external circuit.
Define Oxidation
Loss of electrons (On Anode)
Define Reduction
Gain of electrons (On Cathode)
NO3 charge
-1
SO4 charge
-2
3 Advantages of hydrogen fuel cell:
- Produces no pollution.
- Releases more energy.
- Less noise pollution.
3 Disadvantages of hydrogen fuel cell:
- More expensive
- Hydrogen is difficult to store as it is flammable.
- Hydrogen is obtained from the combustion of fossil fuels.
Half equations and overall equation of hydrogen fuel cell:
check on your notebook:)
Main reasons for electroplating
- Improves appereance
- Resists corrosion
- Increases durability
- Increases hardness