Question

Construct the following diagrams and label them.Electrolytic refining of copper

Answer 1

I. Electrolytic refining of copper diagram:

Anode (+) | Electrolyte (CuSO4) | Cathode (-)
Cu metal | | Cu metal

II. Labels:
- Anode: The electrode at which oxidation occurs, releasing copper ions into the electrolyte.
- Cathode: The electrode at which reduction occurs, causing copper ions from the electrolyte to be deposited as pure copper metal.
- Electrolyte (CuSO4): Copper sulfate solution in which the copper ions are suspended and flow towards the cathode during the electrolysis process.