Which of the statements listed below is true regarding the following redox reaction occurring in a spontaneous electrochemical cell? Sn(s)+ Cu2+(aq)→ Cu(s)+ SN₂+(aq)

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In the given reaction, Sn is oxidized to Sn2+ at the anode, indicating it loses electrons, which is a characteristic of the anode in a spontaneous electrochemical cell. Cu2+ is reduced to Cu at the cathode, meaning it gains electrons, a process that occurs at the cathode. Electrons flow from the anode to the cathode, which means from the Sn electrode to the Cu electrode in this case. Anions in the salt bridge flow towards the anode to balance the charge, which means from the Cu half-cell to the Sn half-cell, as cations are generated at the anode. Therefore, all statements A through D are correct, making E the correct choice.

Which of the Statements Listed Below Is True Regarding the Following