When introduced into an ionic solution, positively charged ions will be electrostatically attracted to the anode and negatively charged ions will be electrostatically attracted to the cathode. This act of moving ions means that the charges are able to move from the anode to the cathode and complete the circuit. These moving ions are essentially the same as moving electrons (electricity). This process of placing electrodes in a solution, using a direct electric current (DC), and separating chemicals based on their charge is known as electrolysis. This experiment was conducted to determine what the electrical conductivity of an aqueous solution of sodium chloride (NaCl) would be. influenced by the amount of NaCl dissolved in the solution (concentration).