Electrolysis

Question 1

Electrolysis

Answer 1

The decomposition of an ionic compound when molten or dissolved by electricity.

Question 2

Cathode

Answer 2

Negative Electrode
Reduction Reaction Always
Least reactive Cation forms here.

Question 3

Anode

Answer 3

Positive Electrode
Oxidation
Most reactive anion forms here.

Question 4

Electrolyte

Answer 4

An ionic compound that will conduct electricity only when molten or dissolved in water.

Question 5

Where does Current flow from ?

Answer 5

Positve Terminal to Negative.
Electrons are the exact opposite.

Question 6

Non-metal Reactivty Series

Answer 6

Fluoride, Chloride, Bromide, Iodide, Hyroxide, Sulfate.

Question 7

Electroplating

Answer 7

A process of electrolysis in which a metal object is plated with a layer of another metal. Object to be plated is on Cathode.

Question 8

Uses of Electroplating

Answer 8

Improve Appereance and Resistance to Corrosion

Question 9

Fuel Cell (Hydrogen-Oxygen)

Answer 9

A device which converts chemical energy into electrical energy using combustion reaction.

Question 10

Advantages of Fuel Cells

Answer 10

Renewable, Lower flammibility, Zero Carbon Dioxide Emission, Non-Toxic