Electrolysis Flashcards

1
Q

What are anions

A

Negative ions

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2
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What are cations

A

Positive ions

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3
Q

AAO

A

Anions go to the anode and get oxidised

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4
Q

CCR

A

Cations go to the cathode and get reduced

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5
Q

What is an electrolyte

A

An ionic substance with free moving ions that can conduct electricity

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6
Q

What is electrolysis

A

The breaking of a compound using electricity

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7
Q

Is the cathode Pos or Neg

A

negative

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8
Q

Is the anode Pos or Neg

A

posotive

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9
Q

Explain why a substance is able to conduct electricity when its molten but not when it is a solid

A

Ions are free to move when in molten state but not when solid

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