alleryIn a galvanic (voltaic) cell, oxidation occurs at:
AWire
BSalt bridge
CAnode (negative electrode)
DCathode
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Anode (negative electrode)
In a galvanic cell, anode is where oxidation occurs (loss of electrons), and it is the NEGATIVE terminal.
Cathode is positive, where reduction occurs.
**Mnemonic:** 'AN OX' (Anode OXidation) and 'RED CAT' (REDuction CAThode).
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