Chemistry
NECO 2003
What change will occur during the electrolysis of brine using carbon electrodes?
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A.
Chlorine will be given off at the anode
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B.
Oxygen gas will be given off at the anode
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C.
Sodium will be deposited at the cathode
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D.
The resulting solution, after electrolysis, will be acidic.
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E.
The volumes of hydrogen and chlorine given off during the same time are equal
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
Chlorine is discharged as follows:
\(Cl^- \to Cl + e^-\)
\(Cl + Cl \to Cl_{2(g)}\)
This reaction occurs at the anode.
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