Chemistry C2 - Metals and alloys

An alloy is a mixture of two elements, one of which is a metal. Alloys often have more useful properties than the metals they contain.

Electrolysis

Copper is purified by electrolysis. Electricity is passed through solutions containing copper compounds, such as copper(II) sulphate. Pure copper forms on the negative electrode.

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