Write the equation for the reaction taking place at the cathode and anode during electrolysis of acidulated water.

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Solution

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At cathode 2H⁺ + 2e^- → 2H → H₂.
At anode 2OH^- – 2e^- → 2OH → H₂O + O
O + O → O₂.

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