JAMB Chemistry 2003 Question 23

Question 23

Electrolysis

The commonest feature of reactions at the anode is that

  1. A.electrons are consumed
  2. B.oxidation is involved
  3. C.ions are reduced
  4. D.electrode dissolves.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (oxidation is involved)

Explanation

At the anode, ions or the electrode lose electrons, which is oxidation.