Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
What is an electrolyte?
A
a liquid or solution that can conduct electricity.
2
Q
What is an electrode?
A
a solid that is put in the electrolyte and conducts electricity.
3
Q
In electrolysis, what is an electric current passed though?
A
electrolyte.
4
Q
Where does the positive ions move towards in electrolysis? Do they gain or lose electrons?
A
Cathode. ( negative electrode) and they gain electrons.
5
Q
where do the negative electrons move towards in electrolysis? do they lose or gain electrons?
A
Move towards anode. (Positive electrode). They lose electrons.
6
Q
In electrolysis of molten ionic liquids, what are metals and non metals formed at?
A
Metals formed at cathode
Non metals formed at anode.
