Select the incorrect statement about the chemical activity at electrodes during electrolysis:?

Question

A. Anions give up electrons.
B. Cations take up electrons.
C. Oxidation occurs at the anode.
D. Proton transfer occurs in the reactions.
E. Reduction occurs at the cathode.

Please explain why.

Answer 1

D - it's electron transfer that takes place, not proton transfer.