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What reaction will take place at the cathode and the anode when each of the following is electrolyzed? molten KF

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We have molten KF\ce{KF} that is electrolyzed, and we need to write the reactions that are occurring at the cathode and at the anode.

First, let us define some terms:

Galvanic cell is a device in which spontaneous redox reaction occurs, and as a result, electricity is produced.

Electrolytic cell is a device in which electricity is used in order for the redox reaction to occur. Hence, the redox reaction is non-spontaneous.

Oxidation: the loss of electron.

Reduction: the gain of electron.

The anode: the electrode where oxidation occurs.

The cathode: the electrode where reduction occurs.

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