Migration of Ions in an Electric Field
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Anode
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Cathode
Cu²⁺ (Blue)
MnO₄⁻ (Purple)
Cr₂O₇²⁻ (Orange)
Experiment Controls
Observation
Select a substance and turn on the power to observe ion migration.
States of Matter & Electrolysis
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BATTERY
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Key Concept
Solid ionic compounds cannot conduct electricity. Heating melts the lattice, creating Mobile Ions.
1. Choose Compound
Note: Ions are inherently colorless.
2. Heat Source (Completes Circuit)
Solid State: Ions are locked in a rigid crystal lattice. Circuit is blocked.
Visual Observations OFF
Anode (+) Attracts Anions (-)
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Cathode (-) Attracts Cations (+)
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