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4.2.2 Products of electrolysis using inert electrodes
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Inert electrodes and ion discharge

Inert electrodes and ion discharge

Electrolysis of aqueous copper chloride using inert electrodes, showing ion movement and products at the cathode and anode

An inert electrode conducts electricity but does not react with the electrolyte or with the products. Graphite and platinum are commonly used as inert electrodes.

4.2.2 Products of electrolysis using inert electrodes Lesson

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Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 4.2.2 Products of electrolysis using inert electrodes. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. 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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