Anode and Cathode
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Mackenzie Lay 2H
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Anode and Cathode
How do we tell which part of an equation is the anode and which one is the cathode?
Re: Anode and Cathode
Hi! You would select the one with the highest reduction potential to be your cathode, and then the lowest reduction potential half of the reaction to be the anode. :)
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Shaniya Kerns 4D
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Re: Anode and Cathode
An anode is the electrode where oxidation occurs when there is an electrochemical reaction. They are released from the anode during oxidation.
The cathode is the electrode where reduction occurs when there is an electrochemical reaction. Electrons are gained by cathodes during reduction.
The cathode is the electrode where reduction occurs when there is an electrochemical reaction. Electrons are gained by cathodes during reduction.
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