SSC CGL2020Electrochemistry1.During electrolysis of water, which gas is produced at the cathode?AOxygenBChlorineCHydrogenDNitrogenView AnswerCorrect Answer:C — HydrogenExplanation:At the cathode (negative electrode), reduction occurs: 2H++2e−→H22H^+ + 2e^- \rightarrow H_22H++2e−→H2. So hydrogen is produced.