Q.

Aqueous solution of AgNO3 is electrolysed using inert electrodes. At the end of electrolysis

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a

pH of the solution decreases

b

pH of the solution increases

c

pH of the solution remains unchanged

d

pH of the solution becomes 14

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Electrolysis reaction:

AgNO3Ag++NO3-

Cathode reaction: 

SRP of Ag+ > SRP of SHE, Ag+ undergoes reduction

Ag(aq)++e-Ag(s)

Anode reaction:

SOP of H2O > SOP of NO3-, water undergoes oxidation

2H2O-4e-O2+4H+

after electrolysis cell is left with HNO3 a strong acid ,pH of the solution decreases

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