Anode and Cathode
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Re: Anode and Cathode
the anode is where oxidation takes place (the reaction that loses electrons; or electrons show up on the products side). the cathode is where reduction takes place (the reaction that gains electrons; or electrons show up on the reactants side). a good way to remember this is that anode and oxidation both start with vowels, while cathode and reduction both start with consonants!
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Re: Anode and Cathode
The anode is considered to be your electron source and the cathode is considered to be your electron reservoir.
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Re: Anode and Cathode
Anode is oxidation while cathode is reduction. When trying to identify them in the galvanic cell, preferably, you would write down the half reactions and identify the transfer of e-.
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