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a) Write the equation for the half-reaction that occurs at the anode during the electrolysis of molten sodium iodide.

b) Write the equation for the overall reaction that occurs during the electrolysis of aqueous sulfuric acid.

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  1. [1] 2I- -->  I2 + 2e

    [2] 4H+ + 4e -->  2H2 and 4OH- --> O2 + 2H2O + 4e .  So overall

    4H+ + 4OH- --> 2H2 + O2 + 2H2O

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