Question

In the extraction of chlorine by electrolysis of brine
A. oxidation of `Cl^(-)` ion to chlorine gas occurs.
B. reduction of `Cl^(-)` ion to chlorine gas occurs.
C. for overall reaction `DeltaG^(@)` has negative value.
D. a displacement reaction takes place.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - C
It is the correct answer. In general, an electrochemical process is feasible if `DeltaG^(@)` is negative.