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What is electrolysis?

What is electrolysis?

Electrolysis is the decomposition of an ionic compound by passing an electric current through it. The compound being broken down is called the electrolyte.

4.3.1 The process of electrolysis Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /4.3.1 The process of electrolysis

Step-by-step lessons covering AQA GCSE Chemistry 4.3.1 The process of electrolysis for Foundation and Higher tier. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2 format. Nail the core quantitative topics — moles, balancing equations and calculations — early on, since they underpin higher-tier questions across every paper and topic.

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