Definition of Electrolysis



Electrolysis is referred to as those chemical reactions which are driven when an electric current is supplied to them. The potential difference that is needed for an electrolysis to take place is known as the decomposition potential. The chemical changes are brought by successive reduction and oxidation.

 


These reactions are being carried out in an electrolytic cell. The electrolytic cell is made up of electrodes that are connected to the positive and negative terminal of the battery and they are dipped in an electrolyte. The ions present in the electrolyte travel to the electrodes and are reduced and oxidized accordingly.

 


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