Question

Identify the reaction that takes place at the anode during the extraction ​of magnesium from magnesium chloride using electrolysis. ​

• A. $C{l}_2+2e^{-}$ $\to$ $2C{l}^{-}$
• B. $2C{l}^{-}$ $\to$ $C{l}_2+2e^{-}$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $2C{l}^{-}$ $\to$ $C{l}_2+2e^{-}$

Option 'a' is the correct answer.