Electrolysis Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is ionic bonding
A
Transfer of electrons from a metal to a non-metal resulting in electrostatic attraction
2
Q
What are Giant Ionic Lattices
A
Ions held together in a regular, repeating pattern due to strong electrostatic forces.
3
Q
How do ionic compounds conduct electricity
A
In liquid form/solution
- ionic lattice broken down
- ions free to move
(NOT delocalised electrons)
4
Q
What is Electrolysis
A
Process in which energy transferred by a direct electricall current decomposes electrolytes
5
Q
What is an electrolyte
A
Substance being decomposed by electrolysis
Ionic substance with freely-moving ions
