Question

What do you call the substance broken down by electrolysis?

Answer 1

1. Electrolysis is a process in which the passing of electric current results in a chemical change.
2. In this process, the anode and cathode are connected by a battery and dipped in the solution of electrolyte.
3. When the power is turned on, electrolytes undergo dissociation to form cations and anions.
4. Cations are attracted towards the cathode and take excess electrons and neutralize themselves.
5. Anions are attracted towards the anode and give up excess electrons and neutralize themselves.
6. For example, in the electrolysis of Sodium chloride, Sodium and Chlorine are placed on separate electrodes as the current is passing through the molten sodium chloride. Sodium chloride is then broken down into Sodium and Chlorine.