ICSE Class 10 Chemistry Question 34 of 60

Electrolysis — Question 34

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Question 4(2015)

During purification of copper – State:

(i) The anode used

(ii) The electrolyte used.

Write the equation taking place at the anode in the above.

Answer

(i) Impure block of copper

(ii) Aq. copper sulphate solution [acidified]

Equation at the anode: Cu – 2e- ⟶ Cu2+