Electrolytic processes

Electrolytic processes involve using electrical energy to drive a chemical reaction that wouldn’t normally happen on its own. This is done by passing an electric current through a substance called an electrolyte, which is often a liquid or solution containing ions. The electricity causes positive and negative ions to move toward oppositely charged electrodes, where they react and deposit or dissolve substances. Common uses include extracting metals from ores, electroplating objects to improve appearance, and purifying materials. Overall, electrolytic processes harness electricity to change chemical compositions, enabling manufacturing and material refinement tasks.