Question

In a galvanic cell, oxidation always occurs at:

• A. The anode
• B. The cathode
• C. The salt bridge
• D. The electrolyte

Hint:

Remember the mnemonic: \[ \textbf{AN OX \; RED CAT} \] which means:
• ANode \( \rightarrow \) OXidation
• REDuction at CAThode

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: A galvanic cell converts chemical energy into electrical energy through redox reactions:
• Oxidation occurs at the anode.
• Reduction occurs at the cathode.

Step 1: Recall the basic electrochemical rule.
The standard rule for all electrochemical cells is: \[ \text{Oxidation at Anode} \] \[ \text{Reduction at Cathode} \]

Step 2: Identify the correct option.
Since oxidation always occurs at the anode, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\text{The anode}} \]