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What is electrolysis?

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If the decomposition of a substance takes place by means of electrical energy, it is called electrolysis.

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Chapter 3: Chemical reactions and equations - Answer the Following

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SCERT Maharashtra Science and Technology 1 [English] 10 Standard SSC
Chapter 3 Chemical reactions and equations
Answer the Following | Q 4.2

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