Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Electrolysis

Electrolysis — practice question

The apparatus in the diagram is used to carry out electrolysis of dilute sulfuric acid.
(a)[2]

Name the gas collected at the anode. Give a test and observation that can be used to identify this gas.

(b)[2]

Name the gas collected at the cathode. Give a test and observation that can be used to identify this gas.

(c)[6]

The student carries out three further experiments with different electrolytes, using the apparatus shown. Complete the table.

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