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AC means alternating current - depending on the frequency, any part of an AC circuit ALTERNATES between being positive and negative - electrolysis will not happen - it relies on ions migrating to one particular electrode/polarity.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoEven if it were current-limited, alternating current (AC) is not appropriate for electrolysis. Because the "cathode" and "anode" are constantly switching places, AC produces explosive mixtures of hydrogen and oxygen. Many instructors like to perform combustion experiments with the H2 and O2 in their respective tubes, but a mixture of both gases isn't something to ignite in a glass container. So, Direct current (DC) is used for electrolysis. :) hope I could help.
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∙ 13y agoA: Must you DC to deposit one way road. AC will deposit and remove the net effect is nothing will happens.
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Does the galvanometer measures AC and DC current?
It is used to detect very small DC currents only. For AC signals Detectors are used.
How can you block ac current?
You can block AC current by using a filter with a pass-band that is outside the frequency of the AC current.
What device converts dc current to ac current?
A "Rectifier" converts AC current to pulsating DC current.
Explain differancnce between instrument current transformer and measuring current transformer?
Current transformer is a device used to measure the flow of current through a power system and the measured current is inputted to a protective relay system. It is used to detect system malfunction. Current transducer is a device used to measure AC and DC current based on the halt-effect technology.
What current flows in one direction then the opposite direction?
AC, Alternating Current.
Why ac current is used in conductometric titration?
Because if DC is used, solution undergoes electrolysis and the products of electrolysis set up a back emf which opposes the flow of current -s
Why use AC to measure ionic conductance and why not dc current?
in order to avoid electrolysis
What is the name of the process for splitting apart compounds using electricity?
It is electrolysis becouse its a chemical reaction in which an electrical current is used to decompose a compound
What is electrolastics?
I believe you mean electrolysis. Electrolysis is using electricity to seprate lets say in the case of H2O the hydrogens from the oxygen. It is preformed by using only DC current. You cannot use AC
What kind of electricity supply is used for electrolysis?
It must be direct current for electrolysis.
Can you use AC in motor?
AC current is used in motors.
What is the procedure of storing the ac current?
AC current cannot be stored, it must be used as it is generated.
Is AC current what house electricity uses?
Throughout the world the system used for home electrification is alternating current (AC).
How is electrolysis of water used?
Electrolysis, passing an electric current, through water separates the water into its elements: oxygen and hydrogen. When Direct Current (DC) is used, oxygen precipitates (comes out of) the water at the positive electrode and hydrogen precipitates at the negative electrode.
What letter represents current in equations?
The letter "I" is normally used for direct current, or for the average current in the case of AC. The lower-case version, "i", is used for the instantaneous current, in the case of AC.
What is a process that uses electric current to break chemical bonds?
electrolysis electro is electrical power lysis is latin for breakdown
What type of current is used in grinders?
AC
