The products of the electrolysis of dilute sodium chloride using carbon electrodes are?

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A. chlorine and sodium.
B. oxygen and hydrogen.
C. chlorine and hydrogen.
D. hydrogen and oxygen.

Correct Answer:

Option B – oxygen and hydrogen.

Explanation

Oxygen is produced at the anode and hydrogen is produced at the cathode in dilute NaCl

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