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Application of Electrolysis

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During the electrolysis of a saturated solution of sodium chloride, where is:
(a) chlorine formed?
(b) hydrogen formed?
(c) sodium hydroxide formed?

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(a) Chlorine gas is formed at Anode.

(b) Hydrogen gas is formed at Cathode.

(c) Sodium hydroxide is formed near the cathode.

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