The cathode in a voltaic cell and in an electrolytic cell is Select one: a. the...

The cathode in a voltaic cell and in an electrolytic cell is

Select one:

a. the site of oxidation and of reduction, respectively.

b. the site of reduction and of oxidation, respectively.

c. positive in both cells.

d. the site of reduction in both cells.

e. the site of oxidation in both cells.

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Expert Solution

From this, it is clear that the cathode in a voltaic cell and in an electrolytic cell is the site of reduction in both cells.

So, the correct option will be (d) the site of reduction in both cells.

queen_honey_blossom answered 1 year ago

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