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Standard VIII
Physics
Question

What name is given to substances, such as dilute sulphuric acid, which can be decomposed by an electric current ?
  1. Electrolysis
  2. Electroplating
  3. Electrophoresis
  4. None of the above

A
Electroplating
B
None of the above
C
Electrolysis
D
Electrophoresis
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The correct option is A Electrolysis
The substance which decompose on passing of electricity through it are called electrolytes and the process is known as electrolysis.

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