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The process of breaking down of a compound by passing electric current through it is called:

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hydrolysis
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photosynthesis
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electrolysis
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distillation
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Solution

The correct option is C electrolysis
Electrolysis is chemical decomposition produced by passing electric current through a liquid or solution containing ions.

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