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Electrolysis Basics

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Which statement best describes the process of electrolysis?

Electrolysis requires only solid ionic compounds to occur.

Electricity is used to split ionic compounds. (correct)

Electricity is used to combine ionic compounds.

Ionic compounds are heated to achieve a chemical reaction.

What happens to positive ions during electrolysis?

They are discharged and become neutral. (correct)

They are attracted to the cathode and lose electrons.

They are attracted to the anode and gain electrons.

They move freely in solution without any charge.

What is the primary difference between molten and aqueous electrolysis?

Molten electrolysis produces different products than aqueous.

Aqueous electrolysis requires the compound to be dissolved in water. (correct)

There is no difference; both use the same energy levels.

Aqueous electrolysis requires higher temperatures than molten.

How do half equations help in understanding electrolysis?

<p>They represent reactions occurring specifically at electrodes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly defines oxidation in the context of electrolysis?

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Study Notes

Electrolysis

Electrolysis uses electricity to split ionic compounds.
Positive ions (cations) move towards the negative electrode (cathode) where they are discharged.
Negative ions (anions) move towards the positive electrode (anode) where they are discharged.
Discharge occurs when an ion gains electrons to reduce itself, becoming a neutral atom.

Conditions for Electrolysis

The compound must be molten (melted) or dissolved in a solvent to allow ion movement.

Half Equations

Represent the reactions happening at each electrode.

Reduction

The gain of electrons.
Half equations for reduction show a gain of electrons.

Oxidation

The loss of electrons.
Half equations for oxidation show a loss of electrons.

Aqueous Electrolysis

Involves electrolysis of a substance dissolved in water (aqueous solution).
Requires less energy than molten electrolysis, but the product can differ.

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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of electrolysis, including the movement of ions, discharge processes, and the differences between molten and aqueous electrolysis. Understand half equations for both reduction and oxidation as you learn about this essential chemical process.