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Decomposition Reaction

In electrolys...

Question

In electrolysis, reduction takes place at ___

A

Anode

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B

Cathode

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C

Both anode and cathode

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D

None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B
Cathode

During electrolysis, reduction i.e., gain of electrons takes at cathode.

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