Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
Electrolysis definition
A
The process used to split chemical compounds using electricity
2
Q
OILRIG
A
Oxidation is lost, reduction is gained
3
Q
Positive ions
A
Cations
4
Q
Negative ions
A
Anions
5
Q
Negative electrode
A
Cathode
6
Q
Positive electrode
A
Anode
7
Q
Anions go to which electrode?
A
Anode
8
Q
Cations go to which electrode?
A
Cathode
9
Q
Does the anode gain or lose electrons?
A
Loses electrons
10
Q
Does the cathode gain or lose electrons?
A
Gain electrons
