Electrolysis and redox reactions taking place at the electrodes by john west | Oct 11, 2010 | school posts, Year 11, K-12 | 0 comments You are already aware that ionic compounds conduct electricity when molten or in the aqueous state. What happens at the electrodes when electrons are transferred? Cations receive electrons at the CATHODE, they are REDUCED. Anions lose electrons at the ANODE, they are OXIDISED Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Related Submit a Comment Cancel replyLogin with:Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment Name * Email *