electrolysis

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the process by which ionic substances are decomposed (broken down) into simpler substances when an electric current is passed through them
electrolysis
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Positively charged ions move to the negative electrode during electrolysis. They receive electrons and are:
reduced
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Negatively charged ions move to the positive electrode during electrolysis. They lose electrons and are oxidised
oxidised
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for electrolysis to work, the ions must be what?
free to move
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During electrolysis gases may be given off or metals deposited at where?
electrodes
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Positively charged ions move to the negative electrode during electrolysis. They receive electrons and are:

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reduced

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Negatively charged ions move to the positive electrode during electrolysis. They lose electrons and are oxidised

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for electrolysis to work, the ions must be what?

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During electrolysis gases may be given off or metals deposited at where?

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