Abstract: An electrolytic cell for electrolytically dividing drinking water for domestic use is provided, which comprises a column-like or hollow bar-like negative electrode centrally located, an annular positive electrode arranged around the negative electrode, an annular negative electrode arranged around the positive electrode, and a membrane arranged between the positive and negative electrodes.

Abstract: An apparatus for producing alkaline water and acidic water which includes a container which houses an electrolytic cell, said electrolytic cell containing a lower chamber provided with a water inlet zone and a water outlet zone, and an upper chamber containing anode plates and cathode plates disposed in a spaced apart predetermined relationship, inlet means for introducing water into the water inlet zone of the lower chamber of said electrolytic cell, said inlet means including valve means, first and second outlet means disposed at the upper end portion of the upper chamber for removing alkaline water and acidic water respectively, therefrom, said first outlet means provided with means for discharge from the apparatus, and said second outlet means provided with means for communicating with the water outlet zone for discharge from the apparatus, and electrical means for providing the necessary electrical power to the apparatus.