6.3 - Electroplating
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What is electroplating?
💡 Hint: Think about how jewelry is often coated.
Name one application of electroplating.
💡 Hint: Consider both aesthetic and functional uses.
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What is electroplating?
💡 Hint: Focus on the role of electricity in the process.
True or False: Electroplating can only be used for decoration.
💡 Hint: Think about practical applications beyond aesthetics.
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If a car part is chromium plated to prevent rust, explain how electroplating achieves this effect, detailing the roles of the anode and cathode.
💡 Hint: Think of how the metal is sourced and deposited during the process.
Research and discuss the environmental impacts of electroplating practices. What can industries do to minimize these effects?
💡 Hint: Consider how industries manage waste in chemical processes.
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