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Concentration polarization arises becaus...

Concentration polarization arises because of the

A

different concentrations of solutions in the two half cells

B

changes in the concentration of electrolyte around the electrode from bulk concentration

C

reversible nature of the cell

D

variation in temperature during measurements.

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changes in the concentration of electrolyte around the electrode from bulk concentration
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