Which of the following reactions takes place at the anode during the electrolysis of molten $NaCl$?

  • A
    $Na^+_{(l)} + e^- \rightarrow Na_{(l)}$
  • B
    $Na_{(s)} \rightarrow Na^+_{(l)} + e^-$
  • C
    $Cl_{2(g)} + 2e^- \rightarrow 2Cl^-_{(l)}$
  • D
    $2Cl^-_{(l)} \rightarrow Cl_{2(g)} + 2e^-$

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