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What is the cathode in an electrochemical cell?

A. The electrolyte that contains ions

B. The electrode where reduction occurs

C. The porous barrier between solutions

D. The electrode where oxidation occurs

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Answer:

B. The electrode where reduction occurs

Step-by-step explanation:

Electrochemical cells have two conductive electrodes, one is called the anode and the other is the cathode.

The anode is defined as the electrode where oxidation occurs.

The cathode is the electrode where reduction takes place.

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