Electroylsis Flashcards
1
Q
define the term electrolysis
A
The decomposition (breakdown) of a compound using an electric current
2
Q
state what an ion is
A
charged particle
3
Q
what is an anion
A
negatively charged particle
4
Q
what is a cation
A
positive charged particle
5
Q
in which state can ionic compounds conduct electricity
A
molten or in solution
6
Q
whats the anode
A
positivley charged electrode
7
Q
whats the cathode
A
negtaivley charged electrode
8
Q
what is the electrolyte
A
a substance which when molten or in solution will conduct electricity
9
Q
define oxidation
A
loss of electrons
10
Q
define reduction
A
gain of electrons
11
Q
what ion would move to the cathode
A
Cation (+)
12
Q
What ion would move to the anode
A
Anion (-)
13
Q
what is produced at the anode
A
non-metal
14
Q
what is producted at the cathode
A
metal
15
Q
whats inert
A
unreactive
