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4.3.2 Electrolysis of molten ionic compounds

What must happen to an ionic compound before it can be electrolysed?

A

The negative cathode.

B

At the anode, negative non-metal ions are oxidised.

C

They lose electrons and are oxidised to the non-metal.

D

It must be heated until molten.

4.3.2 Electrolysis of molten ionic compounds Flashcards

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Flashcards for AQA GCSE Chemistry 4.3.2 Electrolysis of molten ionic compounds, covering the key terms, definitions and equations you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2. 20 cards, matched to the AQA GCSE Chemistry (8462) specification. Recall questions account for roughly 40% of marks at GCSE Chemistry, so these target the marks you can secure before the paper starts.

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