In electrolytic refining of any metal impure metal is taken as anode.

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Electrolytic refining: It is the process of refining of metal in which impure metal is made the anode and a thin strip of pure metal is made the cathode. A solution of metal salt is used as an electrolyte.
In electrolytic refining of any metal, impure metal is taken as anode.

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