Question

Identify the reaction that takes place at the anode during electrolytic refining of the extracted metal M.

• A. $M\to M^{n+}+{\mathrm{ne}}^{-}$
• B. $M^{n+}+{\mathrm{ne}}^{-}\to M$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $M\to M^{n+}+{\mathrm{ne}}^{-}$

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