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Chemistry · Oct / Nov 2024 · Paper 12 · Question 12

5070Electrolysis

An electrolytic cell is shown. Which statement is correct?

  1. AElectrons move from the cathode to the anode in the external circuit.
  2. BHydrogen ions gain electrons at the anode.
  3. CIn the electrolyte, positive ions move to the cathode and negative ions move to the anode.
  4. DThe hydroxide ions in the electrolyte move to the cathode.

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Correct answer: C. In the electrolyte, positive ions move to the cathode and negative ions move to the anode.

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