In an electrolytic cell, oxidation occurs at the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In an electrolytic cell, oxidation occurs at the:
A. Salt bridge
B. Electrolyte
C. Cathode
D. Anode
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In any electrochemical cell, the anode is defined as the electrode where oxidation (loss of electrons) takes place, and the cathode is where reduction (gain of electrons) occurs. In an electrolytic cell, the anode is positively charged, attracting anions which then lose electrons.

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