Question

Example of a decomposition reaction by electricity

Answer 1

Electrolytic decomposition may result whenelectric current is passed through an aqueous solution of a compound. A good example is the electrolysis of water. Electrolysis of water: Electrolysis of water is the decomposition of water into hydrogen and oxygen due to the passage of electric current through it.

Answer 2

Decomposition of elements by electricity is called electrolysis or electrolytic decomposition .

For example ,

Decomposition of molten sodium chloride .

2 NaCl -------> 2 Na + Cl_(2)

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