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What are the electrodes, electrolyte used in electrolytic refining of copper?

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What are the electrodes, electrolyte used in electrolytic refining of copper?

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  • Anode: A thick block of impure crude copper.
  • Cathode: A thin plate or sheet of pure copper.
  • Electrolyte: An aqueous solution of Copper sulphate (CuSO4) acidified with dilute sulphuric acid (H2SO4).
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Chapter 6: Electrolysis - Intext Question [Page 129]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 6 Electrolysis
Intext Question | Q 10. | Page 129
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