Electrolysis Flashcards
0
Q
What is electrolysis?
A
The process of breaking down a compound by passing an electric current through it with 2 electrodes.
1
Q
In electroplating, the _______ is the plating metal, and the _______ is the object to be plated.
A
- Anode
2. Cathode
2
Q
How do you create the biggest voltage when making a simple cell?
A
Use the 2 metals furthest apart in the reactivity series.
3
Q
Which metal is placed at the negative in a simple cell? Why?
A
The more reactive metal because it loses its electrons faster.
