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Two statements, one Assertion and the other Reason, are given. Choose the correct option.
Assertion: During the electrolysis of aqueous NaCl, \( Cl_2 \) is liberated at the anode in preference to \( O_2 \) and water gets reduced to \( H_2 \) at cathode.
Reason: The reaction at anode with lower oxidation potential is not preferred due to over potential of oxygen.

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In electrolysis, actual product depends not only on electrode potential but also on overpotential and kinetics.
Updated On: May 6, 2026
  • Both Assertion and Reason are incorrect.
  • Both Assertion and Reason are correct.
  • Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.
  • Assertion is incorrect but Reason is correct.
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The Correct Option is B

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