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2022

Chemistry

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 In order to silver-plate a metal M, the metal M is the


A.

 cathode and a direct current is used

B.

cathode and an alternating current is used

C.

anode and a direct current is used

D.

 anode and an alternating current is used.


Correct Answer:

 cathode and a direct current is used

Explanation

-In electroplating, direct current s used, not alternating current

  • the metal to be electroplated is made the cathode while the metal with which we are to electroplate is made the anode

-In electroplating, direct current s used, not alternating current

  • the metal to be electroplated is made the cathode while the metal with which we are to electroplate is made the anode
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