Learn Class 8 Science - Chemical Effects of Electric Current

What are metals? And what are the electric effects of current? We all are aware that metal is a good conductor of electricity. At the same time, plastics are not the conductors of electricity. There are also many liquid conductors which become a source of electricity.

Electric current

  • The path consists of passing or taking current.
  • And the current flows in it even when the current’s path is closed.
  • Where the break-in path leads to no formation of current.

Chemical effects of electric current

The chemical reactions can occur when the current gets passed through the chemical solutions. It consists of:

  • Colour changes.
  • Metal Deposition
  • Gas bubbles form.

How to check current?

Many ways can help you to check current. These are:

1. Conductor:

  • The term ‘conductor’ refers to the tool which allows it to pass the current.

2. Tester:

  • A tester is a tool that helps to check the electric current.
  • In the tester, there is a presence of a led bulb.
  • The LED bulb will help you to determine the current.

Electrodes:

Two types:

  • Cathode
  • In the tester, there is a presence of a led bulb.
  • Anode

Electroplating:

Electroplating is the process of the deposition of layers. And this layer gets on the other material with the help of electroplating.

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Chemical Effects of Electric Current Sample Questions for Class 8

Question 1

The movement of molecules in matter is energy.
A. chemical
B. thermal
C. electromagnetic
D. electrical

Question 2

A particle that cannot be broken down further is a(n)
A. compound.
B. mixture.
C. element.
D. atom.

Question 3

An ionic bond is the attraction between .
A. similarly charged ions
B. oppositely charged ions
C. neutral ions
D. neutral atoms

Question 4

As water begins to boil in a kettle, the hotter water at the bottom of the kettle closest to the stove begins to rise and the cooler water above sinks and warms. This is an example of .
A. conduction
B. radiation
C. convection
D. heat

Question 5

Mechanical waves that are created through areas of compression and rarefaction are called waves.
A. transverse
B. longitudinal
C. electrical
D. diffracted