What is the direction of flow of electrons in an electrolytic cell?

Anode to cathode externally

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Anode to cathode internally

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Cathode to anode externally

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Cathode to anode in the solution

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Solution

The correct option is A Anode to cathode externally
An electrolytic cell is a type of electrochemical cell. An electrolytic cell converts electrical energy into chemical energy. Electrons flow from anode to cathode through the external supply in an electrolytic cell. In the solution, only ions flow and not the electrons.

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