Which Statement About a Voltaic Cell Is Not Correct

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which statement about a voltaic cell is not correct?

• A)Electrons are produced as a product at the cathode.
• B)Reduction occurs at the cathode.
• C)Usually the cathode is a metal strip.
• D)In the external circuit, electrons flow toward the cathode.
• E)Chemical species can have their oxidation numbers decreased at the cathode.

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