In electroplating of copper on an iron spoon, the electrolyte used is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In electroplating of copper on an iron spoon, the electrolyte used is:
A. Sulfuric acid
B. Iron sulfate
C. Sodium chloride solution
D. Copper sulfate solution
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Acidified copper sulfate (CuSO₄) solution is the electrolyte. The iron spoon is the cathode, and a pure copper plate is the anode. Cu²⁺ ions are reduced at the cathode and deposited on the spoon. Fe from spoon does not go into solution because it is cathode.

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