Chemistryhard · Past Paper
During the electrolytic refining of copper, the pure metal is deposited at:
AAnode
BCathode
CBottom of the tank
DIn the solution
✓ Correct Answer: B — Cathode
In electrolysis, positive metal ions (Cu2+) move toward the negative electrode (cathode) where they gain electrons and deposit as pure metal.
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