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Which of the following is incorrect in a galvanic cell ?

A

Oxidation occurs at anode

B

Reduction occurs at cathode

C

The electrode at which electrons are gained is called cathode

D

The electrode at which electrons are lost is called cathode

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D
The electrode at which electrons are lost is called anode.
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