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Electrolysis of KBr (aq) gives br, at anode but of KF (aq) does not give `F_(2)`. Give reason for disparity in behaviour.

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To understand the disparity in behavior between the electrolysis of aqueous KBr and KF, we need to analyze the oxidation potentials of the species involved in the electrolysis process. Here’s a step-by-step solution: ### Step 1: Identify the Electrolytes - **KBr (aq)**: Contains K⁺ ions and Br⁻ ions. - **KF (aq)**: Contains K⁺ ions and F⁻ ions. ### Step 2: Determine the Anode Reactions During electrolysis, oxidation occurs at the anode. We need to consider the possible oxidation reactions for both KBr and KF. ...
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