Electrolytic Cells (VCE SSCE Chemistry): Quizzes
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What type of energy does electrolysis use to drive non-spontaneous chemical reactions?
What type of energy does electrolysis use to drive non-spontaneous chemical reactions?
Electrical energy from DC supply
At which electrode does reduction occur in an electrolytic cell?
At which electrode does reduction occur in an electrolytic cell?
Cathode (negative electrode)
What type of ions are attracted to the anode in an electrolytic cell?
What type of ions are attracted to the anode in an electrolytic cell?
Anions (negative ions)
What is produced at the cathode during electrolysis of molten ?
What is produced at the cathode during electrolysis of molten ?
Sodium metal
What gas is produced at the anode during electrolysis of molten ?
What gas is produced at the anode during electrolysis of molten ?
Chlorine gas
Why can't ions be reduced to sodium metal in aqueous solutions?
Why can't ions be reduced to sodium metal in aqueous solutions?
Water is a stronger oxidising agent
Why are ions not oxidised at the anode during electrolysis?
Why are ions not oxidised at the anode during electrolysis?
N already at maximum oxidation state +5
What happens to copper electrodes during electrolysis of solution?
What happens to copper electrodes during electrolysis of solution?
Copper anode dissolves into solution
What type of energy conversion occurs in an electrolytic cell?
What type of energy conversion occurs in an electrolytic cell?
Electrical energy to chemical energy
What is the polarity of the anode in an electrolytic cell?
What is the polarity of the anode in an electrolytic cell?
Positive (+)