Energy changes Flashcards
1
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Electrolysis means
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splitting up electricity
2
Q
During electrolysis
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an electric current is passed through an electrolyte
3
Q
An electrolyte
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is a liquid or solution that can conduct electricity. An electrode is a solid that conducts electricity and is submerged in the electrolyte.
4
Q
Ions move
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towards the electrodes where they react and compounds dissolved.
5
Q
Positive ions
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in the electrolyte will moves towards the cathode and gain electrons .
6
Q
Negative ions
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in the electrolyte will moves towards the anode and lose electrons.
7
Q
oxidation
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loss of electrons
8
Q
Non- metals form negative ions
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so they’re attracted to the positive electrode.
9
Q
reduction
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a gain of electrons
10
Q
metals form positive ions
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so they’re attracted to the negative electron
