Flash cards 0.0 / 5 ? ChemistryElectrolysisGCSEAQA Created by: betthanyjaneCreated on: 25-03-14 13:31 What is oxidation? Where a substance has the ability to oxidize another substance (cause it to loose electrons). 1 of 7 What is reduction? Where a substance has the ability to reduce another substance (cause it to gain electrons) 2 of 7 What is the scientific name of a postive electrode? Anode 3 of 7 What is the scientific name of a negative electrode? Cathode 4 of 7 What happens to the electrons during electrolysis? The postive electrons are drawn to the negative electode (cathode), and vice versa. 5 of 7 What is electrolysis used for? It can be used for coating artificial jewelry and cheap metal cutlery with gold and silver to give more of an attractive look. 6 of 7 What is electrolysis used for? It can be used to preserve things such as food by coating it with an unharmful chemical. 7 of 7
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