Conduction of electricity in electrolytes

In summary, conduction of electricity in electrolytes involves the movement of ions through a solution, allowing for the flow of electrical current. Electrolytes are substances that can conduct electricity in solution, typically made up of ions. This type of conduction differs from conduction in metals, as it requires the presence of ions in solution. Factors such as ion concentration, type of electrolyte, and temperature can affect the conduction of electricity in electrolytes. This process has various real-world applications, including batteries, fuel cells, and industrial processes, and is vital for regulating nerve and muscle function in the human body.
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conduction of electricity in electrolytes is due to presence of positive ions and negative ions or presence of positive ions, negative ions and electrons?
 
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Positive ions and negative ions. Electrons don't stay free long.
 
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Electons don't exist in electrolyte solutions, they exist in electronic conductors. Therefore ions carry current in the. solution and electrons carry current in the external circuit.
P. Radhakrishnamurty.
 

What is conduction of electricity in electrolytes?

Conduction of electricity in electrolytes refers to the movement of electrically charged particles, known as ions, through a solution of an electrolyte. This movement of ions allows for the flow of electrical current through the solution.

What are electrolytes?

Electrolytes are substances that can conduct electricity when in a solution. They are typically made up of ions, such as sodium, potassium, and chloride, which can carry an electrical charge.

How does conduction of electricity in electrolytes differ from conduction in metals?

The conduction of electricity in electrolytes differs from conduction in metals in that electrolytes require the presence of ions in a solution to carry the electrical charge, while metals have free-moving electrons that can carry the charge throughout the material.

What factors affect the conduction of electricity in electrolytes?

The conduction of electricity in electrolytes can be affected by a variety of factors, including the concentration of ions in the solution, the type of electrolyte used, and the temperature of the solution.

What are some real-world applications of conduction of electricity in electrolytes?

Conduction of electricity in electrolytes has many practical applications, such as in batteries, fuel cells, and various industrial processes. It is also essential for the functioning of the human body, as electrolytes help regulate nerve and muscle function.

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