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JAMB Chemistry 2023 Question 5

Question 5

Electrolysis

In the above electrolyte cell, which species migrate to the anode?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.K+ and SO42−
  2. B.SO42− and OH−
  3. C.H3O+ and K+
  4. D.OH− and H3O+
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Answer: B (SO42− and OH−)

Explanation

The anode is positive, so the negative ions in K2SO4(aq), SO42− and OH−, move to it.