MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

Which of the following reactions takes place at anode during the electrolysis of molten NaCl?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)Correct

Answer: (D)

Solution

At the anode of any electrolytic cell oxidation occurs. In molten NaCl the only species that can be oxidised is the chloride ion: , so chlorine gas is liberated at the anode. Hence (D). Reaction

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