Which of the following processes takes place during electrolysis?

Chemistry

JAMB 1981

A. Positive ions are discharged at the anode bby gaining sufficient electrons to become neutral
B. Negative ions are dicharged at the anode by gaining suficient electrons to become neutral
C. Positive ions are discharged at the anode by losing sufficient electrons to become neutral
D. Negative ions are discharge at the anode by losing sufficient electrons to become neutral
E. Nothing happens

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

During electrolysis, Negative ions are discharged at the anode by losing sufficient electrons to become neutral, and positive ions are discharged at the cathode by gaining sufficient electrons to become neutral.

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