Half equations Flashcards by Jenny Shen | Brainscape

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Electrolysis: turning Aluminium ions to atoms

A

At the negative electrode (cathode)

Al³⁺ + 3e^-> Al

Reduction - gain of electrons

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Electrolysis: turning Oxygen ions to atoms

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At the positive electrode (anode)

2O^2-> O₂+ 4e^-

Oxidation - a loss of electrons

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