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The following diagram shows the electrolytic refining of copper : Which of the following statements is incorr…

The following diagram shows the electrolytic refining of copper : Which of the following statements is incorrect description of the process ?
− + − + e⁻ e⁻ Anode Cathode Acidified copper sulphate solution Anode mud Cu²⁺ Cu²⁺
  1. (a)The impure metal from the anode dissolves into the electrolyte.
  2. (b)The pure metal from the electrolyte is deposited on the cathode.
  3. (c)Insoluble impurities settle down at the bottom of the anode.
  4. (d)On passing the current through the electrolyte, the pure metal from the anode dissolves into the electrolyte.

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