During the electrolytic refining of copper, the pure me... – Chemistry

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During the electrolytic refining of copper, the pure metal is deposited at:

AAnode

BCathode

CBottom of the tank

DIn the solution

✓ Correct Answer: B — Cathode

In electrolysis, positive metal ions (Cu2+) move toward the negative electrode (cathode) where they gain electrons and deposit as pure metal.

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