Post Utme Ui 2017 Chemistry Question 11

Practice objective / multiple choice question 11 from the 2017 Post Utme Ui Chemistry examination.

Post Utme Ui 2017 Chemistry Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 11 POST_UTME_UI • 2017 • CHEMISTRY • objective

In the electrolysis of a solution of copper(II) sulfate, the anode is made of platinum and the cathode is made of copper. What is the primary function of the anode in this electrolysis?

Answer Options

A. To reduce copper(II) ions to copper metal
Correct Answer B. To oxidize copper metal to copper(II) ions
C. To facilitate the flow of electrons from the anode to the cathode
D. To prevent the deposition of copper metal on the anode
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
To oxidize copper metal to copper(II) ions

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This is Post Utme Ui 2017 Chemistry Question 11. It is one of the objective questions from the 2017 Post Utme Ui Chemistry examination.

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