An aqueous solution of sodium sulfate, Na 2 SO 4 , is electrolysed using carbon electrodes. a.

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An aqueous solution of sodium sulfate, Na2SO4, is electrolysed using carbon electrodes.

a. Explain why hydrogen is formed at the cathode and not sodium.

b. Write a half-equation for the reaction occurring at the anode.

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