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Electrochemical cell
Question

The reactions taking place at anode and cathode are

Easy
Solution

Irrespective of nature of cell

At anode electrons are lost and oxidation involves loss of electrons. Hence oxidation occurs at anode.

At cathode electrons are gained and reduction involves gaining of electrons. Hence reduction occurs at cathode.

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