Electrolysis Of Molten Salts? Flashcards
1
Q
What is electrolysis?
A
The breaking down of a Molten or aqueous ionic compound using electricity
2
Q
What are electrodes made of?
A
Graphite
3
Q
Where do cations go?
A
Cathodes
4
Q
Where does the anion go?
A
Anode
5
Q
What happens at the cathode?
A
Reduction
6
Q
What happens at the anode?
A
Oxidation
