The decomposition of an electrolyte when electricity is passed through it is called electrolysis.

True

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The correct option is A True
Electrolysis is a process by which electric current is passed through a substance called electrolyte to effect a chemical change. The chemical change is one in which the substance loses or gains an electron (oxidation or reduction).
option A is correct

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A g N O_{3}

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A g = 108

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