In a galvanic cell, where does reduction take place?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. At the cathode
- Step 1: Reduction takes place at the cathode and oxidation at the anode.
Answer
At the cathode.
Why not the others: The salt bridge only transfers ions.
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