An electrode 'A' is connected to the positive terminal of a battery and electrode 'B' to the negative terminal. Which electrode is the oxidizing electrode?

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A and B

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A A
In a cell, oxidation happens at anode and reduction happens at cathode.

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