electrolyisis Flashcards
1
Q
electrolyte
A
an ionic compound in the molten state (liquid) or dissolved in water
2
Q
electrolysis
A
a process in which electrical energy from a direct current supply and decomposes an electrolyte
3
Q
in what state can ions move
A
Liquids,
solutions
4
Q
in what state can ions not move
A
solids
5
Q
what charge do cations have
A
positive charge
6
Q
what charge do anions have
A
negative charge
7
Q
what is the negative electrode
A
cathode
8
Q
what is the positive electrode
A
anode
