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Electrochemistry Electrolysis of Aqueous Solutions

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During electrolysis of aqueous KNO₃, H₂ is produced at the cathode instead of K because:

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Correct Answer: C) Reduction of water/H⁺ is easier than reduction of K⁺

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K⁺ has a very negative reduction potential, so water is reduced preferentially and H₂ is produced.

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