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This is named as 'ELECTROLYSIS'.
The classic examples are ;-
#1; Decomposition of water , using the 'H' pattern electrolyser. into its compoentn gases of hydrogen and oxygen.
#2; The electrolysis of sodium chloride solution to form chlorine gas and sodium hydroxide, with the liberation of hydrtogen at the other electrode.
#3; The electrolysis of bauxite (aluminium oxide) to form aluminium.
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Electrolysis is the process where an electric current is passed through a substance, causing it to break down into its component elements or ions. This process is commonly used in industry for purposes such as metal extraction and water purification. The substance being broken down is called the electrolyte, and the positive and negative electrodes are called the anode and cathode respectively.
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What structure produces substance that aids in the mechanical breakdown of fats?
the liver
What substance conducts electricity in aqueous state but not in solid state?
ionic substance
What is a chemical breakdown of a substance with water called?
hydrolysis: hydro = water, lysis = cutting
What is the substance that conducts electricity by movement of ions?
graphite
Why does ionic substance can conduct electricity?
Your question does not make any sense.
The breakdown of a substance into two or more simpler substances is a?
decomposition
Enzyme which causes the chemical breakdown of a substance?
ptyalin
Is breakdown of matter by electricity chemical or physical change?
chemical change
What structure produces a substance that aids in the mechanical breakdown of fats?
the liver
What structure produces substance that aids in the mechanical breakdown of fats?
the liver
What is the ability of substance to slow down the electricity?
The property of a substance enabling it to slow down electricity is called resistance and is measured in ohms. This ability is called electrical resistance. Every substance has this. Gold has the minimum resistance for electricity. Such substance is called electrical conductor. And there are substance where the electrical resistance is affected by heat, light and other conditions. And for those substance where electricity can not flow are called electrical insulators (non-conductors) such as wood and ceramics.
Does deionized water conduct electricity?
Deionized water has had impurities removed, including minerals and ions that conduct electricity. As a result, deionized water is a poor conductor of electricity compared to tap water or other types of water with dissolved ions.
If the substance dissolves in water but the solution does not conduct electricity is the substance an ionic compound?
No.
What substance conducts electricity in aqueous state but not in solid state?
ionic substance
What is ferroelectric substance?
A substance which contains iron(Fe) and is able to conduct electricity.
What has the author L A Dissado written?
L. A. Dissado has written: 'Electrical degradation and breakdown in polymers' -- subject(s): Breakdown (Electricity), Deterioration, Polymers
What is flow of electricity through substance?
Current.
