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What is the purpose of an electrode in an electrochemical reaction?
What is the purpose of an electrode in an electrochemical reaction?
- To store electrical energy
- To increase the surface area of the reaction
- To decrease the voltage of the reaction
- To facilitate the flow of electrons (correct)
What type of electrodes do not react with the electrolyte?
What type of electrodes do not react with the electrolyte?
- Non-reactive electrodes
- Active electrodes
- Inert electrodes (correct)
- Metal electrodes
What happens to the anode during electrolysis?
What happens to the anode during electrolysis?
- It loses electrons (correct)
- It increases in mass
- It gains electrons
- It remains unchanged
What is the function of the electrolyte in electrolysis?
What is the function of the electrolyte in electrolysis?
What is the purpose of a displacement experiment?
What is the purpose of a displacement experiment?
What is the term for the process of breaking up a substance using an electric current?
What is the term for the process of breaking up a substance using an electric current?
What is the term for the electrode where reduction occurs?
What is the term for the electrode where reduction occurs?
What occurs at the anode during electrolysis of aqueous sodium sulfate using universal indicator?
What occurs at the anode during electrolysis of aqueous sodium sulfate using universal indicator?