NEETChemistryElectrochemistry
If a solution of CuSO 4 is electrolyzed for 10 minutes with a current of 1.5 amperes, what is the mass of copper deposited at the cathode?
Options
- A0.0387 g
- B0.1935 g
- C0.2938 g
- D0.4271 g
Correct answer
C. 0.2938 g
Step-by-step solution
The mass of copper deposited can be calculated using Faraday's laws of electrolysis and the given conditions of current and time. Given, t = 600 s charge = current × time = 1.5 A × 600 s = 900 C According to the reaction: Cu2+(aq) + 2e– = Cu(s) We require 2F or 2 × 96487 C to deposit 1 mol or 63 g of Cu. For 900 C, the mass of Cu deposited = (63 g mol-1 × 900