Question

In the experimental set-up shown in Fig. 7, both the negative and positive electrodes are made of copper. When a current is passed through the solution, copper starts getting deposited onto the negative copper electrode. In case the negative electrode is replaced with a carbon rod, will copper still continue to get deposited onto the negative electrode? Explain.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Yes, copper from the copper sulphate solution will be deposited on the carbon rod. Copper from the copper plate will be dissolved into the copper sulphate solution for electroplating.