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In the beginning of the electrolysis of aqueous copper sulphate solution, the substances evolved at cathode and anode are resepectively :


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Cu and O2
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H2 and O2
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Cu and H2
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H2 and Cu
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Solution

The correct option is C Cu and O2
The discharge potential of Cu2+ ions is lower than H+ ions. Hence Cu2+ ions will be liberated at cathode in preference to H+ ions.
The discharge potential of OH ions is lower than SO24 ions. Hence OH ions will be liberated at anode (in the form of O2 molecule) in preference to SO24 ions.

Option A is correct.

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