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Published on: August 13, 2026
Brine is electrolysed by using inert electrodes the reaction at anode is _______.
A
B
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D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
: Although reduction potential of 
ion is higher than that of 
, yet oxidation of 
ions occurs in preference to 
due to overvoltage of 
(i.e. water needs greater voltage for oxidation to 
as it is a kinetically slow process.)
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