Electrolysis

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What is the definition of electrolysis?
The breakdown of a substance containing ions using electricity
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What is needed for electrolysis? In terms of ions.
The ionic compounds must be molten or dissolved.
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Why do the ionic compounds need to be molten or dissolved?
The ions are free to move and can carry their charge to the electrons
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Positive ions move to which electrode?
Cathode - negative
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Negative ions move to which electrode?
Anode - positive
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What does PANIC stand for?
Positive's Anode Negative Is Cathode
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What is needed for electrolysis? In terms of ions.

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The ionic compounds must be molten or dissolved.

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Why do the ionic compounds need to be molten or dissolved?

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Positive ions move to which electrode?

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Negative ions move to which electrode?

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