The electrode that is connected to the positive terminal of the battery is called :

cathode.

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anode.

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both A and B.

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electrolyte.

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Solution

The correct option is B anode.
The solution that conducts electricity due to the presence of ions is called an electrolyte.
Two electrodes are inserted in the solution and are connected to the terminals of a battery with a switch in between. This arrangement is called an electrolytic cell.
The electrode that is connected to the positive terminal of the battery is called the anode, and the other connected to the negative terminal is called the cathode.

Hence, the correct option is $B$ .

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