Question

Which statement is true of electrode B when the switch is closed in this cell diagram?Captionless Image(1) B is the cathode, where oxidation is occurring(2) B is the cathode, where reduction is occurring(3) B is the anode, where oxidation is occurring(4) B is the anode, where reduction is occurringClear selection

Answer 1

Answer

(3) B is the anode, where oxidation is occurring

Explanation

The anode is the Cu(s) since it increases in oxidation state from 0 to +2. The anode is where the oxidation reaction takes place.