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Two half-cells potentials -0.44 and 0.799 volt respectively. These two are coupled to make a galvanic cell. Which of the following will be true ?

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Electrode of half-cell potential -0.44 V will act as anode

B

Electrode of half-cell potential -0.44 V will act as cathode

C

Electrode of half-cell potential 0.799 V will act as anode

D

Electrode of half-cell potential -0.44 V will act as a positive terminal

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