During electrolysis of water, H+ ions electrons to form hydrogen gas at the electrode connected to terminal of battery.
A
gain
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B
lose
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C
positive
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D
negative
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Solution
The correct options are A gain D negative Being positive, H+ ions are attracted towards the electrode connected to negative terminal of battery. Here, they gain electrons to form hydrogen gas.