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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

An electrolytic cell uses electrical energy to drive
Options
A a spontaneous reaction
B a non-spontaneous chemical reaction
Correct Answer
C regeneration of electrolyte
D physical reaction
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An electrolytic cell uses electrical energy to drive a non-spontaneous chemical reaction (electrolysis).

Hint

Electrolysis forces a reaction that would not occur on its own.

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