Which of the following will be applied when a metal Y is used to electroplate another metal X in electrolysis?
A
X is the anode and very high current is used
B
X is the anode and Y is the cathode
C
Y is the cathode and X is the anode
D
Y is the anode and very high current is used
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Metals and hydrogen are deposited at the cathode, while non-metals and oxygen are deposited on the anode
∴ metals Y will form the anode which is deposited at the cathode made of x
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