In an electrolytic cell the signs of the cathode and anode are

positive and negative respectively

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negative and positive respectively

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both are positive respectively

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both are negative respectively

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The correct option is B
negative and positive respectively

In an electrolytic cell, the anode is positive and cathode is negative.

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In an electrolytic cell the signs of the cathode and anode are

The correct option is B negative and positive respectively In an electrolytic cell, the anode is positive and cathode is negative.

The correct option is B
negative and positive respectively

In an electrolytic cell, the anode is positive and cathode is negative.