Key Stage 4
Meaning
An anode is a positively charged electrode.
About Anodes
- Anodes are used during electrolysis of ionic compounds.
- In electrolysis negative ions are attracted to the anode where they lose electrons to become neutral atoms or compounds.
References
AQA
- Anode, pages 154-7, 159, 160-3, GCSE Chemistry; Student Book, Collins, AQA'
- Anodes, pages 102, 104-108, GCSE Chemistry; Third Edition, Oxford University Press, AQA'
- Anodes, pages 132, 133, GCSE Combined Science; The Revision Guide, CGP, AQA'
- Anodes, pages 141, 145, 146, GCSE Combined Science Trilogy; Chemistry, CGP, AQA'
- Anodes, pages 166, 170, 171, 190, GCSE Chemistry, CGP, AQA'
- Anodes, pages 58, 59, 65, GCSE Chemistry; The Revision Guide, CGP, AQA'