Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Electrolysis

Electrolysis — practice question

This question deals with electrolysis.
(a)[2]

State what is meant by the term electrolyte.

(b(i))[5]

Complete the table with the observations and products formed during electrolysis.

(b(ii))[2]

Write the ionic half-equation for this process.

(b(iii))[2]

State two reasons why carbon (graphite) can be used as an electrode.

(b(iv))[1]

Name the particle responsible for the conduction of electricity in the metal wires of a circuit.

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