Quick Answer:The Electrolysis of Water Kit separates water into hydrogen and oxygen gas using stainless steel electrodes, test tubes, a beaker, alligator clips and sodium sulfate, powered by a 6-volt battery that you provide.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
Key Features
Stainless steel electrodes.
Test tubes and a beaker for the electrolysis set-up.
Alligator connector clips for wiring.
Sodium sulfate and wooden splints included.
Study guide included; 6-volt battery not supplied.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Electrodes
Stainless steel
Glassware
Test tubes, beaker
Connectors
Alligator clips
Chemical
Sodium sulfate
Other items
Wooden splints, study guide
Power
6 V battery (user provides)
How It Is Used
Sodium sulfate is dissolved in water in the beaker, the electrodes are wired to the battery with the alligator clips, and the gases given off are collected in the test tubes. The wooden splints are then used to test the gases collected.
Frequently Asked Questions
What power source does the Electrolysis of Water Kit need?
A 6-volt battery, which you provide.
What gases does the Electrolysis of Water Kit produce?
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