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Which of the following will be applied when a metal Y is used to electroplate another metal X in electrolysis?

A. X is the anode and very high current is used
B. X is the anode and Y is the cathode
C. Y is the cathode and X is the anode
D. Y is the anode and very high current is used

Correct Answer:

Option D – Y is the anode and very high current is used

Explanation

Metals and hydrogen are deposited at the cathode, while non-metals and oxygen are deposited on the anode
∴ metals Y will form the anode which is deposited at the cathode made of x

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