Chemistry: What happens during electrolysis in terms of electrons

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What happens during electrolysis in terms of electrons

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1) Positive ions attracted to (negative) cathode, gaining electrons and forming atoms - reduction
2) Negative ions attracted to (positive) anode, losing electrons and forming atoms - oxidation

Chemistry

What happens during electrolysis in terms of electrons

1) Positive ions attracted to (negative) cathode, gaining electrons and forming atoms - reduction 2) Negative ions attracted to (positive) anode, losing electrons and forming atoms - oxidation

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