Negatively charged ions move toward the positively charged electrode called cathode

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Solution

The correct option is A True
An electrolyte is a substance that gives ions when it is dissolved in water.
The processing of breakdown of an electrolyte chemically on the passage of electric current is called Electrolysis.
Positively charged ions move to the negative electrode (cathode) during electrolysis. They receive electrons and are reduced.
Negatively charged ions move to the positive electrode (anode) during electrolysis. They lose electrons and are oxidized.
Thus, the given statement is true

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