Electrolysis Quiz

What is the positive electrode called during electrolysis?

• Cathode

• Anode

• Neutron

• Proton

Why can solid ionic compounds not conduct electricity?

• Because they are positively charged

• Because they are non-reactive

• Because the ions are locked in place

• Because they are in a gaseous state

What happens to the lead ions during electrolysis of molten lead bromide?

• They gain electrons

• They lose electrons

• They remain unchanged

• They become positively charged

What is the negative electrode called during electrolysis?

• Cathode

• Anode

• Electron

• Proton

What happens to the bromide ions during electrolysis of molten lead bromide?

• They remain unchanged

• They become negatively charged

• They lose electrons

• They gain electrons

What is the term for the process of gaining electrons during electrolysis?

• Reduction

• Oxidation

• Ionization

• Electrolysis

What is the term for the process of losing electrons during electrolysis?

• Electrolysis

• Reduction

• Oxidation

• Ionization

What are the positive ions in lead bromide attracted to during electrolysis?

• Anode

• Cathode

• Neutron

• Proton

What are the negative ions in lead bromide attracted to during electrolysis?

• Neutron

• Proton

• Anode

• Cathode

What is the term for the process of forming a molecule from bromine atoms during electrolysis?

• Reduction

• Oxidation

• Ionization

• Pairing