Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
Electrolysis is_______
A
The braking down of a substance using electricity
2
Q
Electrolysis involves______
A
Oxidation and reduction
3
Q
Reduction is______
A
The gaining of electrons
4
Q
Oxidation is the_______
A
Loss of electrons
5
Q
The cathode is______
A
Negative
6
Q
The anode is______
A
Positive
7
Q
Positive ions(_____) in the electrolyte move towards the cathode and are ______
A
Cations and are reduced
8
Q
The negative ions(_____) move towards the anode and are________
A
Anions and are oxidised
9
Q
Electrolysis can be in a________
A
Solution or in molten
10
Q
Electrolysis happens in______
A
Ionic substances and aqueous solutions
