Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
uses what current
A
direct electric current
2
Q
drive an
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otherwise non-spontaneous chemical reaction
3
Q
voltage that is needed for electrolysis to occur is called the
A
decomposition potential.
4
Q
word “electrolysis” was introduced by
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Michael Faraday
5
Q
Spelling
A
electrolysis L
6
Q
Women using it for
A
Hair removal
7
Q
Molten mean
A
Liquified/ melted
8
Q
What compounds
Ionic substances need to be
A
Ionic
molten
9
Q
Reduction
A
Gaining electron
10
Q
Oxidation
A
losing electrons
11
Q
Ionic compounds composed of
A
ions
12
Q
Ionic compounds held together by
melted called what?
A
electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding
Electrolytes
13
Q
Solid ionic compounds conduct?
Ions locked into place/ cant move?
A
No
yes
14
Q
Happens when ic melted or disolved
A
Forces of attraction are broken
15
Q
Ic have to be
A
Molten or dissolved
