Electrolysis – practical videos | 14–16 students

Simple electrolysis experiment set up with power pack and electrodes in beaker of blue solution

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Video and supporting resources investigating electrolysis of aqueous solutions.

Investigate electrolysis of aqueous solutions with this simple experiment for learners to explore the concept for GCSE and equivalent 14-16 courses. The video uses copper sulfate as the example and the supporting resources introduce other aqueous solutions, sodium chloride and hydrochloric acid. Additional resources including pause-and-think questions with answers, teacher notes, technician notes, integrated instructions, intended outcomes, follow-up worksheet, and structure strips are provided to support your teaching.

Chapter titles: 00:09 Introduction; 00:56 Experiment set up; 02:54 The negative electrode; 03:48 The positive electrode; 04:44 Oxidation and reduction

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