| What is electrolysis? |
|
Electrolysis process divides the water molecule (H2O) into oxygen (O2) and hydrogen gas (H2). It happens because of the electric current passing through the water. This electrolytic process is also used in many industrial applications where they require hydrogen The process of electrolysis is very important to understand. In this process, an electrical power source is required, which is connected to two electrodes, or two plates. In general, these plates are made from some inert metal like platinum or stainless steel, which are kept in the water. In this process, hydrogen gas generates at the cathode, which is the negatively charged electrode and where electrons are impelled into the water. Oxygen produces at the anode, which is the positively charged electrode. The produced amount of hydrogen is two times the amount of oxygen. Both of the gases are comparative to the total electrical charge, which was sent through the water. What is Electrolysis? |