what type of chemical reaction takes place when electricity is passed through water.

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When electricity is passed through water in the presence of a few drops of sulphuric acid, it decomposes to give its constituent elements - hydrogen and oxygen. This type of reaction is known as decomposition reaction and because it is brought about by electricity, it is known as electrolysis.

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