What are anode and cathode?
(N/A) In an electrochemical cell,the electrode where oxidation occurs is called the $Anode$. It is the site where electrons are released into the external circuit.
In an electrochemical cell,the electrode where reduction occurs is called the $Cathode$. It is the site where electrons are consumed from the external circuit.
In an electrochemical cell,the electrode where reduction occurs is called the $Cathode$. It is the site where electrons are consumed from the external circuit.
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