Explain the process of electrolysis using the diagram below.

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Explain the process of electrolysis using the diagram below.
### Understanding the Process of Electrolysis: An Educational Overview

#### Explain the process of electrolysis using the diagram below.

- **Where does oxidation occur?**
- **Where does reduction occur?**
- **Describe the direction of the flow of electrons.**
- **How is this electrolytic cell different from a voltaic cell?**

**Note:** The symbol Me stands for a metal.

**Answer in complete sentences:**

#### Diagram Explanation:

The diagram below illustrates an electrolytic cell setup. In this diagram:
- The **cathode** is labeled as "Me," indicating a generic metal.
- The **anode** is labeled as "Cu," indicating copper.
- The solution contains \( \text{Cu}^{2+} \) (copper ions) and \( \text{SO}_4^{2-} \) (sulfate ions).

**Key Components:**

- **Cathode (Me):** This is the electrode where reduction takes place. Electrons are supplied from an external power source and enter this electrode.
- **Anode (Cu):** This is the electrode where oxidation occurs. Electrons are removed from this electrode and flow out to the external circuit.

**Electron Flow:**
- Electrons move from the anode (copper) to the cathode (metal). This is depicted by arrows indicating the direction of electron movement.

**Electrolytic Process:**
- At the **cathode**, \( \text{Cu}^{2+} \) ions in the solution gain electrons (reduce) to form solid copper, which deposits on the cathode.
  \[ \text{Cu}^{2+} + 2\text{e}^- \rightarrow \text{Cu (s)} \]
  
- At the **anode**, copper metal loses electrons (oxidizes) to form \( \text{Cu}^{2+} \) ions, which enter the solution.
  \[ \text{Cu (s)} \rightarrow \text{Cu}^{2+} + 2\text{e}^- \]

**Electrolytic Cell vs. Voltaic Cell:**
- In an **electrolytic cell**, electrical energy is used to drive a non-spontaneous chemical reaction.
- In a **voltaic cell**, a spontaneous chemical reaction produces electrical energy.

#### Diagram

![Electrolytic Cell Diagram](image_path)

1. **Cathode
Transcribed Image Text:### Understanding the Process of Electrolysis: An Educational Overview #### Explain the process of electrolysis using the diagram below. - **Where does oxidation occur?** - **Where does reduction occur?** - **Describe the direction of the flow of electrons.** - **How is this electrolytic cell different from a voltaic cell?** **Note:** The symbol Me stands for a metal. **Answer in complete sentences:** #### Diagram Explanation: The diagram below illustrates an electrolytic cell setup. In this diagram: - The **cathode** is labeled as "Me," indicating a generic metal. - The **anode** is labeled as "Cu," indicating copper. - The solution contains \( \text{Cu}^{2+} \) (copper ions) and \( \text{SO}_4^{2-} \) (sulfate ions). **Key Components:** - **Cathode (Me):** This is the electrode where reduction takes place. Electrons are supplied from an external power source and enter this electrode. - **Anode (Cu):** This is the electrode where oxidation occurs. Electrons are removed from this electrode and flow out to the external circuit. **Electron Flow:** - Electrons move from the anode (copper) to the cathode (metal). This is depicted by arrows indicating the direction of electron movement. **Electrolytic Process:** - At the **cathode**, \( \text{Cu}^{2+} \) ions in the solution gain electrons (reduce) to form solid copper, which deposits on the cathode. \[ \text{Cu}^{2+} + 2\text{e}^- \rightarrow \text{Cu (s)} \] - At the **anode**, copper metal loses electrons (oxidizes) to form \( \text{Cu}^{2+} \) ions, which enter the solution. \[ \text{Cu (s)} \rightarrow \text{Cu}^{2+} + 2\text{e}^- \] **Electrolytic Cell vs. Voltaic Cell:** - In an **electrolytic cell**, electrical energy is used to drive a non-spontaneous chemical reaction. - In a **voltaic cell**, a spontaneous chemical reaction produces electrical energy. #### Diagram ![Electrolytic Cell Diagram](image_path) 1. **Cathode
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