Define (a) electrolysis; (b) electrolyte; (c) electrode.

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - Physics - 2007 (Essay) Subject: Physics

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Define

(a) electrolysis;

(b) electrolyte;

(c) electrode.

Answer Details

(a) Electrolysis: the chemical decomposition of an electrolyte (in molten or aqueous solution) brought about by passing an electric current through it.

(b) Electrolyte: a compound which, when molten or dissolved in water, conducts electricity and is chemically decomposed by it (because it contains free-moving ions).

(c) Electrode: a conductor (rod or plate) through which the electric current enters or leaves the electrolyte. The one connected to the positive terminal is the anode; the one connected to the negative terminal is the cathode.

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