Question

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?

Answer 1

The reaction takes place at the anode. Yes, this is an example of oxidation.