Why sulphuric acid is added to water during its electrolysis
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Pure water is not a very good conductor of electricity as water is a covalent compound.So to increase its conductivity sulphuric acid(H2SO4) are added as it is a strong acid and its complete ionisation takes place. ie H2SO4--------------->2H+ + SO4- - These ions helps in conduction of electricity.
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