Question

Definition and explanation of electrolysis, electrolyte, electrode, anode, cathode, anion, cation, oxidation and reduction

Answer 1

Answer:electrilolysis is the process of passing of electric current through a solution resulting in ionisation of the substance.

electrolyte is the substance through which electricity is passed.

Anode is the terminal at which oxidation occurs.

Cathode is the terminal at which reduction occurs.

Anion is the negatively charged ion .

Cation is the positively charged ion.

Oxidation is the process of of loss of electrons.

Reduction occurs when there is gain of electrons.

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