Question

When a metal is electroplated with silver $\text{(Ag)}$

• A. The metal is the anode
• B. Ag metal is the cathode
• C. The solution contains $\text{A}\text{g}^{+}$ ions
• D. The reaction at the anode is $Ag \, \rightarrow \, Ag^{+}+e^{-}$

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

For electroplating of metal with silver
Cathode $ \rightarrow $ Metal
Anode $ \rightarrow $ Ag
Solution $ \rightarrow $ Electrolyte containing $Ag^{+}$