AP Chemistry Flashcards: Electrolysis And Faradays Law

Study Electrolysis And Faradays Law in AP Chemistry with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the function of inert electrodes in electrolysis?

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ANSWER

Inert electrodes conduct electricity without participating in the reaction. Unreactive electrodes only transfer electrons, don't dissolve.

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Molten sodium chloride is electrolyzed, producing sodium metal at the cathode according to

\text{Na}^+ + e^- \rightarrow \text{Na}(l)

. If a constant current of

4.00\ \text{A}

is applied for

20.0\ \text{min}

, what mass of

\text{Na}

is produced? (Assume 100% current efficiency.)

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