Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Electrolysis

Electrolysis — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Define what electrolysis means.

(a(ii))[1]

Identify an inert metal suitable for use as the electrodes.

(a(iii))[2]

State the product formed at each electrode: positive electrode; negative electrode.

(b(i))[1]

Name the ion that makes a solution alkaline.

(b(ii))[1]

Choose the pH value for an alkaline solution: pH1, pH5, pH7 or pH9.

(b(iii))[2]

Dilute hydrochloric acid is added to a litmus solution that is alkaline until the acid is in excess. State how the litmus colour changes from ... to ... .

(c(i))[1]

Name the gas that makes limewater turn milky.

(c(ii))[1]

Name the type of reaction that takes place when calcium carbonate is heated.

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