What does a half equation represent in electrolysis?
The change to one ion or atom at a single electrode, including the electrons gained or lost.
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What does a half equation represent in electrolysis?
The change to one ion or atom at a single electrode, including the electrons gained or lost.
When completing or balancing a half equation, what two things must be balanced?
Atoms and charge.
During electrolysis, what happens at the cathode and at the anode?