Electrolysis

Electrolysis of lead bromide

Explanation in terms of ions

Electrolysis of sodium chloride and other ionic solids (by analogy)

Atoms, ions and electrons

The concept of the electron as a charged particle

Loss or gain of electron(s) converts an atom into an ion or visa versa

Electrolysis definitions

What is meant by: conductor, insulator, electrolyte, electrode, anode, cathode

Ionic solids

Structure

Physical Properties

Aluminium

Extraction from bauxite

Uses