NEET Chemistry Electrolytic Cells MCQ Question
In an electrolytic cell, which of the following statements correctly describes the processes occurring at the electrodes during electrolysis?
Copper ions are reduced at the cathode, while copper metal is oxidized at the anode.
Copper metal is reduced at the cathode, while copper ions are oxidized at the anode.
Electrons are supplied by the cathode and absorbed at the anode.
Oxidation occurs at the anode and reduction occurs at the cathode.
Correct Answer
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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