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During electrolysis of NaCl, the gas dis...

During electrolysis of NaCl, the gas discharged at the anode is :

A

Chlorine

B

Oxygen

C

Hydrogen

D

None of these

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In hydrochloric acid, there are hydrogen cations and chloride anions. Hydrochloric acid is a more vital electrolyte than water, therefore, chlorine is discharged more quickly at the anode.
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