Question

In the electrolytic refining of a metal M, what would you take as the anode, the cathode and the electrolyte?

Answer 1

In the electrolytic refining of a metal M:

Anode \(→\) Impure metal M.
Cathode \(→\) Thin strip of pure metal M.
Electrolyte \(→\) Solution of salt of the metal M.