Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
What are anions
A
Negative ions
2
Q
What are cations
A
Positive ions
3
Q
AAO
A
Anions go to the anode and get oxidised
4
Q
CCR
A
Cations go to the cathode and get reduced
5
Q
What is an electrolyte
A
An ionic substance with free moving ions that can conduct electricity
6
Q
What is electrolysis
A
The breaking of a compound using electricity
7
Q
Is the cathode Pos or Neg
A
negative
8
Q
Is the anode Pos or Neg
A
posotive
9
Q
Explain why a substance is able to conduct electricity when its molten but not when it is a solid
A
Ions are free to move when in molten state but not when solid
