Electrolysis is a process in which: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Electrolysis is a process in which:
A. Electrical energy is used to cause a non-spontaneous chemical reaction
B. Light energy is absorbed
C. Chemical energy is converted to electrical energy
D. Heat energy is converted to electrical energy
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Electrolysis uses an external electric current to drive a chemical reaction that would not occur spontaneously. Example: 2NaCl (molten) → 2Na + Cl₂. Option A describes a galvanic cell. Electrolytic cells require energy input. Electroplating, extraction of reactive metals (Al, Na), and production of chemicals (NaOH, Cl₂) rely on electrolysis.

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