Why do electrolysis use electrical current? Explain briefly.
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Why do electrolysis use electrical current? Explain briefly.
Direct Electric Current:
Direct electric current is the flow of electrons or electric charges in a single direction. It is used to supply large electrical energy and thus, it has application in electrochemical processes.
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Electrolysis process is an electrochemical process which uses direct electrical current to decompose the ionic compounds into its ions. The...
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Chapter 20 / Lesson 4Learn about electrolytic cells and their roles in electrolysis. Understand the process of electrolysis and what electrolytic cells are used for today.
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