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What type of substance is produced at the anode during the electrolysis of a molten ionic compound?

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MCQ

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practice

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Topic

Electrolysis

Question

Non-metal

During the electrolysis of a molten ionic compound, non-metals are discharged at the anode.

Confusing Anode and Cathode Products

Students often predict that a metal forms at the anode during the electrolysis of molten ionic compounds.

Remember that a non-metal is produced at the anode, while a metal is formed at the cathode.

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