Simple Description

The process of splitting a compound using electricity

Further Detail

To electrolyse a substance you have to dissolve it or melt it first so that the ions can move. During electrolysis the positive ions (usually metal ions) will move to the negative electrode and gain electrons (reduction). The negative ions will move to the positive electrode and lose electrons (oxidation). OILRIG

Related Words:

• OILRIG
• Oxidation
• Reduction

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