Chlorine gas is produced by the electrolysis of brine (NaCl solution with solid NaCl make up) in mercury electrolytic cell. Which of the following is the anodic reaction?
A. Oxidation of Na+ ions
B. Oxidation of Cl- ions
C. Reduction of Na+ ions
D. Reduction of Cl- ions
Answer: Option B
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