Electrolysis 0.0 / 5 ? ChemistryElectrolysisGCSEEdexcel Created by: Jasmine.Li0278Created on: 22-11-18 12:54 What is electrolysis? The process in which energy is transferred by a direct electrical current decomposes electrolytes. 1 of 7 What is an electrolyte? An ionic compound that is molten or dissolved in water. 2 of 7 What is an electrode? A rod made of a metal or graphite that carries the current into or out of the electrolyte. 3 of 7 What is a cathode? A negative electrode 4 of 7 What is an anode? A positive electrode 5 of 7 What is a cation? A positively charged ion formed by losing electrons 6 of 7 What is an Anion? A negatively charged ion that is formed by gaining electrons (usulally a non metal ion) 7 of 7
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