Which of the following statements is true for an electrolytic cell?

  • A
    Oxidation occurs at the positive electrode.
  • B
    Oxidation occurs at the negative electrode.
  • C
    Anode is negative and cathode is positive.
  • D
    Reduction occurs at the positive electrode.

Explore More

Similar Questions

What is a fuel cell? Write a note on it.

Give true $(T)$ and false $(F)$ for the following statements:
$(1)$ In a Daniell cell,$Zn$ is dissolved in the solution and $Cu$ is deposited.
$(2)$ In a Daniell cell,when an external $1.1 \ V$ potential is applied in the opposite direction,the reaction stops and no current flows.

Which among the following is an example of a metal-metal ion electrode?

Select the false statement from the following regarding an electrochemical cell.

At $298 \ K$ temperature,if $E^o_{Mg^{2+}|Mg} = -2.37 \ V$ and $E^o_{Co^{2+}|Co} = -0.28 \ V$,construct a galvanic cell and provide its symbolic representation.

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo