Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
What charge does the anode have?
A
Positive
2
Q
What charge does the cathode have?
A
Negative
3
Q
What is electrolysis?
A
The breaking down of a compound by passing an electric current through it
4
Q
What is an electrolyte?
A
A substance that allows electricity to pass through it when it is molten or dissolved in water
5
Q
What is an electrode?
A
The carbon or metal material that’s given an electric charge in electrolysis reactions
