Question

Explain the electrolysis of molten CuCl2. PLEASE help me

Answer 1

Explanation:

CuCl₂ is an ionic compound. Thus it is electrolysed in the molten state.

Anode - Carbon electrodes

Cathode - Carbon electrode

Electrolyte - fused copper chloride.

Cathode reaction - Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻ ==> Cu(reddish brown deposit of copper at the anode)

Anode reaction  = 2Cl⁻ - 2e⁻  ==> Cl₂ (greenish yellow chlorine gas is obtained)

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