Question

why is anode called oxidation electrode, whereas cathode is called reduction electrode? don't copied answer from google please give me correct answer

Answer 1

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The anode is the electrode where oxidation (loss of electrons) takes place

At cathode Reduction Take place ( Gain of electrons)

So anode called Oxidation Electrode and Cathode Reduction Electrode

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Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

✔✔The anode is the electron in which oxidation takes places means reduce or loose of electron

✔✔They are positive electrons move towards negative.

✔✔Cathode is the electron in which reductions takes place means they gain electrons from negative side.

✔✔They are negative electrons move towards positive

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