CAIE IGCSE Chemistry Electrolysis Definition

Practise stating the complete definition of electrolysis, including decomposition of an ionic compound in molten or aqueous form by electric current.

Exam points

define electrolysis as decomposition of an ionic compound by passage of electric current
include that the ionic compound must be molten or dissolved in aqueous solution
recognise electrolysis as the process used when electricity breaks down an electrolyte

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This question is about chemical reactions and electricity.

Electricity can be used to break down aqueous or molten ionic compounds.

Name the process which uses electricity to break down aqueous or molten ionic compounds.

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