In the electrolytic refining of a metal $M$, what would you take as the anode, the cathode and the electrolyte ?

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In the electrolytic refining of a metal $M$ :

Anode $\rightarrow$ Impure metal $M$

Cathode $\rightarrow$ Thin strip of pure metal $M$

Electrolyte $\rightarrow$ Solution of salt of the metal $M$

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