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A decomposition reaction taking place due to the passage of electric current is called ___________.

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A decomposition reaction taking place due to the passage of electric current is called electrolysis.
In electrolysis, an electric current is passed through an ionic substance that is either in a molten state or dissolved in a suitable solvent to bring about the chemical reactions at the electrodes. So the correct answer is electrolysis.

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