1
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Electrolysis meaning
A
Splitting up with electricity
2
Q
What is a electrolyte
A
A liquid or solution that can conduct electricity
3
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Where do the + electrolytes move towards
A
The cathode (negative pole)
4
Q
Where do the - electrolytes move towards
A
Anode (positive electrode)
5
Q
Name for gaining electrons
A
Reduction
6
Q
Name for losing electrons
A
Oxidisation
7
Q
Why can’t an ionic solid be electrolysed
A
Because the ions are in a fixed position
8
Q
How are molten ionic compounds split
A
Into their elements
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