Water Electrolysis Simulation

Explore the decomposition of water into hydrogen and oxygen gases

Cathode (-)

Anode (+)

Test Tube 1

Test Tube 2

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6V Battery

Current: OFF

H₂ Volume: 0%

O₂ Volume: 0%

Experiment Information

Process: Water (H₂O) is decomposed into hydrogen (H₂) and oxygen (O₂) gases using electrical energy.

Chemical Equation: 2H₂O → 2H₂ + O₂

Expected Results:

Hydrogen gas (H₂) forms at the cathode (negative electrode) - 2 volumes
Oxygen gas (O₂) forms at the anode (positive electrode) - 1 volume
Hydrogen burns with a 'pop' sound when tested with a flame
Oxygen supports combustion and makes a flame burn brighter