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प्रश्न
Consider the following diagram in which an electrochemical cell is coupled to an electrolytic cell. What will be the polarity of electrodes ‘A’ and ‘B’ in the electrolytic cell?
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उत्तर
Zinc goes into solution as Zn2+ and leaves behind the electrons on Electrode A making it negatively charged. Cu2+ from the solution deposits on Electrode B making it positively charged.
Electrode A polarity- negative
Electrode B polarity- positive
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