ICSE Class 10 Chemistry Question 30 of 60

Electrolysis — Question 30

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Question 7(2014)

M2O is the oxide of a metal 'M' which is the above hydrogen in the activity series. M2O when dissolved in water forms the corresponding hydroxide which is a good conductor of electricity.

(i) State the reaction taking place at the cathode.

(ii) Name the product at the anode.

Answer

Reaction at cathode : M+ + e- ⟶ M

Product at anode : Oxygen