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Which type of reaction occurs at cathode in a galanic cell ?

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In an electrochemical (galvanic or electrolytic) cell, cathode is the positive electrode whre electrons are consumed. At cathode reduction takes place.
`A^(+)+e^(-) to A`
Similarly, anode is the negative electrode, where electrons are evolved. at anode oxidation takes place.
`B^(-) to B+e^(-)`.
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