Which of the following is true of electrodes?
A) The anode is the positive electrode.
B) The cathode is the negative electrode.
C) The anode is the positive electrode and the cathode is the negative electrode.
D) None of these are true.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In electrochemical cells, the anode is the electrode where oxidation occurs (losing electrons) and is designated as the positive electrode. The cathode is the electrode where reduction occurs (gaining electrons) and is designated as the negative electrode. Therefore, the correct statement is that the anode is the positive electrode and the cathode is the negative electrode.

Which of the Following Is True of Electrodes