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What is the term for the liquid that contains free-moving ions used in electrolysis?
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Type
practice
Style
Topic
Electrolysis
Question
- A. Solvent
- B. Electrolyte
- C. Solute
- D. Catalyst
Answer
Electrolyte
Explanation
An electrolyte is a liquid that contains free-moving ions, allowing it to conduct electricity during the process of electrolysis.
Common mistake
Misidentifying the anode product
Students often write that aluminium is produced at the anode during aluminium extraction.
Explain that aluminium ions are reduced at the cathode to give aluminium metal, while oxide ions are oxidised at the anode to give oxygen gas.
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