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Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Electrolysis Exam Questions

Free Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry exam questions on Electrolysis, with mark schemes. Covers electrolysis of molten and aqueous compounds, electrode products and half-equations.

Electrolysis exam questions

These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 1: Principles of Chemistry, including Electrolysis. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.

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About Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Electrolysis

This sub-topic covers electrolysis.

What you need to know

  • Process Ions move to electrodes in a molten or dissolved electrolyte.
  • Products Rules for aqueous solutions.
  • Half-equations Oxidation at the anode, reduction at the cathode.

Common mistakes in Electrolysis

  • Mixing anode and cathode.
  • Unbalanced half-equations.

Try two Electrolysis exam-style questions

1. Name the product at the cathode for aqueous NaCl. (1 mark)

Show the mark scheme answer

Hydrogen.

2. Write the half-equation at the anode for molten PbBr₂. (1 mark)

Show the mark scheme answer

2Br⁻ → Br₂ + 2e⁻.

Electrolysis FAQs

What does Electrolysis cover?

Electrolysis of molten and aqueous compounds.

Which practical links here?

Electrolysis of aqueous solutions.