Shown below is a galvanic cell with anode compartment b containing anode a and cathode compartment d containing cathode c.Electrons flow through wire f,ions flow through salt bridge e,and the cell potential is read using voltmeter g.
This galvanic cell uses the reaction:
-Identify and give the sign of each electrode.
A)a is Ag and (+),c is Cu and (-).
B)a is Ag and (-),c is Cu and (+).
C)a is Cu and (+),c is Ag and (-).
D)a is Cu and (-),c is Ag and (+).

Question

Shown below is a galvanic cell with anode compartment b containing anode a and cathode compartment d containing cathode c.Electrons flow through wire f,ions flow through salt bridge e,and the cell potential is read using voltmeter g.
This galvanic cell uses the reaction:  
-Identify and give the sign of each electrode.
A)a is Ag and (+),c is Cu and (-). 
B)a is Ag and (-),c is Cu and (+). 
C)a is Cu and (+),c is Ag and (-). 
D)a is Cu and (-),c is Ag and (+).

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In a galvanic cell, the anode is negative and the cathode is positive. Copper (Cu) is typically the anode, and silver (Ag) is typically the cathode.

Shown Below Is a Galvanic Cell with Anode Compartment B