Sodium Chloride: Flashcards
1
Q
What does a solution of sodium chloride contain?
A
4 different ions: Na+, Cl-, OH- and H+
2
Q
What do hydrogen ions do more easily than sodium ions?
A
Accept electrons
3
Q
What happens at the cathode?
A
Hydrogen gas is produced
4
Q
What is the equation for hydrogen ions?
A
2H+ + 2e- —> H2
5
Q
What do chlorine ions do more easily than hydroxide ions?
A
Lose electrons
6
Q
What happens at the anode?
A
Chlorine gas is produced
7
Q
What is the equator for chloride ions?
A
2Cl- —> Cl2 + 2e-
8
Q
Look at diagram page 27
A
Ok
