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प्रश्न
Here is an electrode reaction:
\[\ce{Cu -> Cu^{2+} + 2e^-}\]
At which electrode (anode or cathode) would such a reaction take place? Is this an example of oxidation?
Here is an electrode reaction:
\[\ce{Cu -> Cu^{2+} + 2e^-}\]
At which electrode (anode or cathode) would such a reaction take place? Is this an example of oxidation or reduction?
उत्तर
The reaction takes place at the anode. Yes, this is an example of oxidation.
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