Select the correct statements about the electrolysis.
Electric current is used to drive a non spontaneous reaction.
ΔG is positive for chemical process during electrolysis.
Cations and anions move towards the anode and cathode respectively.
Over voltage is generally associated with the anode in the electrolysis of NaCl(aq).
A
ΔG is positive for chemical process during electrolysis.
B
Over voltage is generally associated with the anode in the electrolysis of NaCl(aq).
C
Electric current is used to drive a non spontaneous reaction.
D
Cations and anions move towards the anode and cathode respectively.
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A non-spontaneous reaction does not occur on its own. Hence it can be forced to occur by the application of an electric current.
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