During electroplating of silver on a copper spoon, the electrolyte used is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

During electroplating of silver on a copper spoon, the electrolyte used is:
A. Silver nitrate solution
B. Copper sulfate solution
C. Sodium chloride solution
D. Copper nitrate solution
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In electroplating, the electrolyte must contain the ions of the metal to be deposited. To plate silver, a solution of a silver salt, such as silver nitrate (AgNO₃) or silver cyanide, is used. The anode is pure silver, and the cathode is the copper spoon to be plated.

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