Electrolysis is a:
Correct answer: B. Oxidation-reduction reaction
- A. Spontaneous reactions
- B. Oxidation-reduction reaction
- C. Reduction reaction
- D. Oxidation reaction
Explanation
Electrolysis is a process where an electric current is passed through a substance to effect a chemical change. This change involves a transfer of electrons, categorizing it as an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction. In electrolysis, oxidation occurs at the anode (loss of electrons) and reduction occurs at the cathode (gain of electrons). Therefore, the correct option is an oxidation-reduction reaction. Spontaneous reactions do not require external energy, which is contrary to electrolysis. Options describing only reduction or only oxidation are incomplete as electrolysis encompasses both processes.
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