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Electrolysis — Chemistry STD 10 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ChemistryElectrolysis2 Marks
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Define the term : Electrolysis
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Answer

Electrolysis :
It is the process of decomposition of the electrolyte in the molten or aqueous state by discharge of ions at the elctrodes on passage of an electric current.

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