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 A solution of Na2SO4 in water is electrolysed using inert electrodes. The products at cathode and anode are respectively: 

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a

O2 ; H2

b

H2 ; O2

c

O2 ; SO2

d

O2 ; Na

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

A solution of sodium sulphate in water is electrolysed using inert electrodes. The products at the cathode and anode are H2​, O2​ respectively.
Hydrogen ions having lower discharge (or higher reduction) potential than sodium ions will be liberated at the cathode.
2H++2e→H2​↑
Hydroxide ions having a lower discharge potential than sulphate ions, will be liberated at anode.
4OH→2H2​O+O2​+4e

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