Question

Give balanced equations for the electrode reactions involved in the following conversions at the respective electrodes:

Answer 1

1. Electrolysis of molten Al₂O₃ :

2O^2- – 4e^–→ 2 [O]

[O] + [O]→ O₂ (g) (At Anode)

Electrolysis of copper (II) sulphate