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Statement-1. Electrolysis of NaH in the fused state liberates `H_(2)` at the anode.
Statement -2. NaH contains `H^(-)` ions.

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To solve the question regarding the electrolysis of sodium hydride (NaH) in the fused state, we will analyze both statements step by step. ### Step 1: Understanding Electrolysis of NaH Electrolysis is a process that uses an electric current to drive a chemical reaction. In the case of NaH, when it is fused (melted), it dissociates into its constituent ions. ### Step 2: Dissociation of NaH When NaH is fused, it dissociates into sodium ions (Na⁺) and hydride ions (H⁻): \[ \text{NaH} \rightarrow \text{Na}^+ + \text{H}^- \] ### Step 3: Identifying the Anode and Cathode Reactions In electrolysis, the anode is the electrode where oxidation occurs, and the cathode is where reduction occurs. - **At the Cathode**: The sodium ions (Na⁺) gain electrons (reduction) to form sodium metal: \[ \text{Na}^+ + e^- \rightarrow \text{Na} \] - **At the Anode**: The hydride ions (H⁻) lose electrons (oxidation) to form hydrogen gas: \[ \text{H}^- \rightarrow \text{H} + e^- \] Two hydrogen atoms will combine to form hydrogen gas (H₂): \[ 2\text{H} \rightarrow \text{H}_2 \] ### Step 4: Evaluating Statement 1 Statement 1 claims that the electrolysis of NaH in the fused state liberates H₂ at the anode. Based on our analysis, this statement is correct because hydrogen gas is indeed produced at the anode. ### Step 5: Evaluating Statement 2 Statement 2 states that NaH contains H⁻ ions. From the dissociation process we discussed, we see that NaH does indeed dissociate into Na⁺ and H⁻ ions. Therefore, this statement is also correct. ### Conclusion Both statements are correct: - Statement 1 is correct: Electrolysis of NaH in the fused state liberates H₂ at the anode. - Statement 2 is correct: NaH contains H⁻ ions. ### Final Answer Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct. ---
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