Combined Science GCSE
Hypothesis
What Hypothesis means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Hypothesis
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Reference: AQA
A testable prediction linking the ions present in the aqueous solution to the products expected at each inert electrode.
Topics that use Hypothesis
- Electrolysis of aqueous solutions (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Anode
- Cathode
- Competing ions in aqueous electrolysis
- Competing ions in aqueous solutions
- Formation of useful by-products
- Inert electrodes and electrode products
- Reactivity and ease of discharge
- Reactivity series and selective discharge
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