Faraday's second law of electrolysis relates the masses of different substances deposited to their: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Faraday's second law of electrolysis relates the masses of different substances deposited to their:
A. Densities
B. Equivalent weights
C. Molecular masses
D. Atomic masses
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Faraday's second law: When the same quantity of electricity is passed through different electrolytes, the masses of substances deposited are proportional to their equivalent weights (E). m₁/m₂ = E₁/E₂. Equivalent weight = atomic mass / valency (or change in oxidation number). This law is used to calculate the amount of metal deposited or gas liberated. Electrolysis is quantitative.

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