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Why nitric acid is not added for acidifying water during electrolysis?

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Why nitric acid is not added for acidifying water during electrolysis?

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Nitric acid (HNO3) is a volatile acid and a strong oxidizing agent. It decomposes and oxidizes the hydrogen gas liberated at the cathode back into water, interfering with the electrolysis process. Therefore, non-volatile dilute sulphuric acid (H2SO4) is preferred.

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पाठ 6: Electrolysis - Intext Question [पृष्ठ १२४]

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पाठ 6 Electrolysis
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