Chemistry-Electrolytic Cells
NEET Chemistry Electrolytic Cells MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12
In an electrolytic cell, which of the following statements correctly describes the processes occurring at the electrodes during electrolysis?
A
Copper ions are reduced at the cathode, while copper metal is oxidized at the anode.
B
Copper metal is reduced at the cathode, while copper ions are oxidized at the anode.
C
Electrons are supplied by the cathode and absorbed at the anode.
D
Oxidation occurs at the anode and reduction occurs at the cathode.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In an electrolytic cell, Cu²⁺ ions are reduced to copper metal at the cathode, while copper metal is oxidized to Cu²⁺ ions at the anode, as described in the NCERT context.
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