Which effect of current is responsible for electrolysis of salt solution?

Magnetic effect of electric current

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Heating effect of electric current

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Chemical effect of electric current

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Solution

The correct option is C
Chemical effect of electric current

In simple terms, electrolysis is the chemical decomposition produced by passing an electric current through a liquid or solution containing ions ( salt solution in this case) and it is based on the chemical effect of electric current as it takes place due to ions present in electrolyte.

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