The electrolysis of copper(ii) sulfate solution using inert electrodes
1 mark · EasyState the product formed at the cathode during the electrolysis of copper(II) sulfate solution using inert electrodes.
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Copper is formed at the cathode.
Also accept: Copper metal; Solid copper; Cu(s); Copper is deposited
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B1 · 1 mark · States copper (or copper metal, Cu(s)) as the product at the cathode.
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Copper is formed at the cathode during the electrolysis of copper(II) sulfate solution using inert electrodes.