CBSE Class 12 · 2000 · Delhi Compartment · Redox Reactions and ElectrochemistryVery Short Answer

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In the operation of a galvanic cell, at one of the electrodes oxidation takes place. What is the name of this electrode and what is its polarity?

Answer: The anode; in a galvanic cell it is the negative electrode.

Solution

Oxidation occurs at the anode.
In a galvanic cell the anode is the negative electrode (electrons are released there and flow to the cathode through the external circuit).

CBSE Class 12 Board · 2000 · Delhi Compartment · Subjective

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