Electrolysis Misconceptions

What is a common misconception about the products formed during electrolysis?

• The products formed during electrolysis are always gases

• The products formed during electrolysis are always solids

• The products formed during electrolysis are always liquid

• The misconception is that the products formed during electrolysis are always pure elements.

True or False: In electrolysis, the anode attracts cations.

• True

• True

• False

• True

What is a misconception about the flow of electrons in electrolysis?

• Electrons flow from the positive electrode (anode) to the negative electrode (cathode) in electrolysis.

• Electrons flow from the electrolyte to the electrodes in electrolysis.

• Electrons flow randomly between the electrodes in electrolysis.

• Electrons flow from the negative electrode (cathode) to the positive electrode (anode) in electrolysis.

What is a common misconception about the role of the electrolyte in electrolysis?

• The common misconception is that the electrolyte participates in the chemical reaction.

• The electrolyte acts as a catalyst.

• The electrolyte changes its chemical composition.

• The electrolyte is consumed during the process.

True or False: Electrolysis can only occur in liquids.

• Partially

• False

• Yes

• True