Question

what happens to an electrolyte during electrolysis?
Answer in few words​

Answer 1

Answer:

The key process of electrolysis is the interchange of atoms and ions by the removal or addition of electrons to the external circuit. Oxidation of ions or neutral molecules occurs at the anode, and reduction of ions or neutral molecules occurs at the cathode.

Answer 2

Ionic compounds conduct electricity when their ions are free to move.

Ions can move in the liquid state (after melting) or in aqueous solution (after dissolving in water).

The molten or dissolved substance is called the electrolyte. Electrolysis is the decomposition of an electrolyte by an electric current. It is used to extract reactive metals from their ores.