electrolysis- chemistry Flashcards
(9 cards)
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electrolysis
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electrical current flow through a liquid for chemical charge
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cathode
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the negative electrode
3
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anode
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the positive electrode
4
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cathions
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positive ions
5
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anions
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negative ions
6
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electrolyte
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a liquid which conducts electricity and is decomposed by electrolysis
7
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reduction
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loss of oxygen
8
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oxidation
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gain of oxygen
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