Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
Why can solid ionic compounds not conduct electricity?
A
The ions are locker in place and they are not free to move .
2
Q
What happens when ionic compounds are melted or dissolved in water ?
A
The forces of attraction are broken and the ions can now move
3
Q
What are electrolytes?
A
Liquids and solutions that can now conduct electricity after forces of attraction are broken
4
Q
What are metals extracted with when they are more reactive than carbon ?
A
Extracted using electrolysis
5
Q
What are metals extracted with when they are less reactive than carbon ?
A
Extracted by reduction with carbon
6
Q
What does electrolysis mean?
A
Splitting up with electricity
7
Q
What is meant by OIL RIG?
A
Oxidation is lost
Reduction is gained
