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The document provides an overview of electrolysis, defining it as the chemical change produced by passing an electric current through an electrolyte, which requires an electrolyte, electrodes, and an external power source. It explains the difference between electrolytes and non-electrolytes, the role of positive and negative electrodes, and highlights applications of electrolysis in metal extraction, industrial manufacturing of caustic soda, and electroplating. Additionally, it includes questions to reinforce understanding of the topic.

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The document provides an overview of electrolysis, defining it as the chemical change produced by passing an electric current through an electrolyte, which requires an electrolyte, electrodes, and an external power source. It explains the difference between electrolytes and non-electrolytes, the role of positive and negative electrodes, and highlights applications of electrolysis in metal extraction, industrial manufacturing of caustic soda, and electroplating. Additionally, it includes questions to reinforce understanding of the topic.

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Electrolysis –

Unit 10.
Presented to you by K.Kemayuthika, T.Sherin &
M.Yumna
Table of contents

0 Electrolysis 0 Changes Caused in a


1 We’ll see the basics solution by an electric
on 2
Electrolysis. current
Electrolysis of Applications
0 acidulated 0 of
3 water 4 electrolysis
01
Electrolysis
The chemical change effected by passing
an electric current through an electrolyte
What is
ELECTROLYSIS?
Electrolysis is the passing of a direct
electric current through an
electrolyte which is producing
chemical reactions at the electrodes
and decomposition of the materials.
The main components required to
achieve electrolysis :

● Electrolyte
● Electrodes
● An external power source
Electrolytes & Non-Electrolytes
● An electrolyte is a substance that can conduct an
electric current when melted or dissolved in water.
- salt solutions, copper sulphate, and acidified water

they all contain mobile ions that allow them to move


freely.

● A nonelectrolyte is a compound that does not conduct


an electric current in either aqueous solution or in the
molten state.
- Kerosene, Distilled water, Ethanol, and Sugar

they do not contain mobile ions


Ionic Compounds
Any of a large group of chemical compounds consisting
of oppositely charged ions, wherein electron transfer, or
ionic bonding, holds the atoms together are known as
Ionic compounds. Though, there are ions in here they
cannot move freely. Therefore, they don’t conduct
electricity.

Examples:
Sodium Chloride
Copper Sulphate
Potassium Bromide
Lithium Chloride, etc.
Changes Caused in
a
solution by an
electric
current
02
Positive & Negative Electrodes
● The electrode connected to the positive terminal of the external
supply of electricity is known as positive electrode.

● The electrode connected to the negative terminal of the external


supply of electricity is known as negative electrode.

● Inert Electrodes: A substance that doesn’t react chemically with


the electrolyte.
-Example: Copper (graphite), Platinum electrodes, etc.
03
Electrolysis of
acidulated
water
04
Applications of
electrolysis
Electrolysis is frequently used in various
industries.
 Extraction of various metals
- The purpose of using electrolysis in metal extraction is to separate metal ions from
a solution or molten substance and deposit them as pure metal at the electrodes
- Electrolysis is particularly useful for extracting metals that cannot be obtained
through reduction or smelting, such as aluminum and magnesium.
 Industrial manufacture of caustic soda (sodium hydroxide)
-Electrolysis, which means passing an electrical current through brine (salt dissolved
in water), is a method that has been used for 120 years to produce caustic soda.
-It is performed in different cells included: membrane cell process, mercury cell
process, and diaphragm cell process
 Electroplating
- Electroplating is the process of plating one metal onto another by hydrolysis,
most commonly for decorative purposes or to prevent corrosion of a metal.
Questions <3
1. What are electrolytes?
2. What is electrolysis?
3. Why isn’t petrol an electrical conductor?
4. Name the gases liberated at the
positive and negative electrodes during
the electrolysis of acidulated water?
Thanks!
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