Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
Anode
A
The positively charged electrode
2
Q
Cathode
A
The negatively charged electrode
3
Q
An ion
A
The negatively charged ion
4
Q
Cation
A
The positively charged ion
5
Q
Electrode
A
the inert solid through which electricity is passed
6
Q
Electrolyte
A
the conductive ionic liquid which is broken down during electrolysis
7
Q
Electrolysis
A
the process of using a direct electric current through a conductive liquid to drive a chemical reaction.
8
Q
Oxidation
A
Loss of electrons
9
Q
Reduction
A
Gain of electrons
