Which process occurs at the anode during electrolysis?
A
Reduction
B
Oxidation
C
Neutralization
D
Precipitation
Correct Answer: Option B — Oxidation
Explanation:
Oxidation, the loss of electrons, always occurs at the anode during electrolysis, while reduction, the gain of electrons, always occurs at the cathode, regardless of whether the cell is electrolytic or galvanic.