Electrolysis Flashcards
1
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Electrolysis definition
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Splitting an electrolyte into its constituent elements/molecules
2
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electrolyte
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molten or aqueous ionic compound
3
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electrodes
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Cathode (-): Cations(+) go to the cathode often metals
Anode (+): Anions(-) go to cathode often non-metal part of salt
4
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How electrolysis works
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