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Non-inert electrode — OCR GCSE Combined Science A Definition

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GCSE Combined Science · key term

Non-inert electrode

Definition

An electrode whose material takes part in an electrolysis reaction; also called an active electrode.

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OCR GCSE Combined Science A · J250

Specification C3.4e · Chemistry Paper 1

The electrodes provide surfaces where reactions occur. Their material matters: an inert electrode does not itself take part in the reaction, whereas a non-inert electrode can react.
Revise: Electrolysis Techniques

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Anode
Cathode
Electrode
Electrolysis
Electrolyte

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Inert electrode