The formation of bubbles at electrodes during electrolysis is an example of the chemical effect of electrical current.
Which of the following effects is not produced by the chemical reactions brought about by an electric current ? (a) bubbles of gases on electrodes (b) deposits of metals on electrodes (c) change in colour of solution (d) formation of a precipitate
(a) What is meant by the chemical effect of electric current ? Explain with the help of an example. (b) Name any two applications of the chemical effect of electric current. (c) What is electrolysis ? Explain why, in the electrolysis of water, 'acidified water' is used.