Electrolysis C4

Chemistry Electrolysis Lesson (Combined Science, 4.4.3)

A complete, fully ready lesson on Electrolysis designed for Key stage 4 Chemistry ( specification, Higher & Foundation). This resource covers:

LO
Why ionic compounds conduct electricity when molten or dissolved in water.

How positive and negative ions move to electrodes and the products formed.

(HT): Writing and balancing half-equations for oxidation and reduction.

included?

Do Now retrieval activity with answers

Teacher information slides with dual coding diagrams (ionic lattice, molten NaCl, NaCl , electrolysis setup, ion movement, step by step example)

Opportunities for white board checks, think pair share, misconception quiz
Worksheet with practice questions (Foundation + Higher)

Extended 6-mark Write Like a Scientist exam-style task with mark scheme, model answer & redraft checklist

Exit ticket multiple choice questions linked to objectives

Scaffolding (sentence starters, vocabulary support)

Stretch & challenge (HT half-equations)

Why this resource?

Fully differentiated with SEND scaffolds and Push extension tasks.

Embeds key pedagogy: retrieval, dual coding, elaboration, self-reflection.

Exam practice included with worked examples and mark schemes.

Clear and engaging visuals, ready to deliver.

Perfect for Combined Science Trilogy (also adaptable for other boards).
Covers the exact specification points on ionic conduction, ion movement in electrolysis, and writing half-equations.

Save time with a lesson that is already structured to Outstanding standards.