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Which of the following is true for an electrolytic cell?
Options
A passage of electric current initiates a chemical reaction
Correct Answer
B a non-spontaneous reaction is forced to occur
C chemical reaction produces electric current
D it is also called a voltaic cell
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In an electrolytic cell, electrical energy is used to drive a non-spontaneous chemical reaction. The passage of electric current initiates (or forces) the chemical reaction to occur. Option B is also correct in meaning, but A is the direct description of what happens.

Hint

Electrolysis uses electricity to cause a chemical change.

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Course: CHM 101
Topic: CHM 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1138 of 1872
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