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In the operation of a galvanic cell at one of its electrons oxidation takes place. What is the name of this electrode and what is its polarity ?

A

Oxidation takes place at cathode and has -ve polarity

B

Oxidation takes place at anode and has -ve polarity

C

Oxidation takes place at cathode and has +ve polarity

D

Oxidation takes place at anode and has +ve polarity

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B
remember LOAN (L= left, O =oxidation, A = anode N= negative)
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