Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Electrolysis

Electrolysis — practice question

The shown apparatus was used to electrolyse copper(II) sulfate solution.
(a)[3]

Identify this gas and state the test for it.

(b)[3]

Explain both statements.

(c(i))[2]

Which species is reduced in the electrolysis? Explain your answer.

(c(ii))[3]

State how the masses of the two copper electrodes changed, and explain why. Use the ionic half-equations to guide your answer.

(c(iii))[1]

Explain why the colour of the copper(II) sulfate solution stays the same during electrolysis.

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