Which of the following is released at the cathode during the electrolysis of aqueous sodium chloride?

  • A
    $Cl_{2(g)}$
  • B
    $Na_{(s)}$
  • C
    $O_{2(g)}$
  • D
    $H_{2(g)}$

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