In the Kolbe electrolysis of sodium propanoate,the products $X$ and $Y$ are formed at respective electrodes. What are $X$ and $Y$?

  • A
    $X=CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CH_3$ at Cathode; $Y=H_2$ at Anode
  • B
    $X=CH_3-CH_2-CH_3$ at Cathode; $Y=H_2$ at Anode
  • C
    $X=CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CH_3$ at Anode; $Y=H_2$ at Cathode
  • D
    $X=CH_3-CH_3$ at Anode; $Y=H_2$ at Cathode

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