WAEC Chemistry 2013 Objective — Question 35
Question 35 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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What happens at the cathode during electrolysis?
- A. The anion is oxidized
- B. anion loses electrons
- C. cation is oxidized
- D. cation is dischargedCorrect
Explanation
At the cathode during electrolysis, cations (positive ions) are attracted, gain electron(s) and get discharged.
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