JAMB Chemistry 2011 Objective — Question 23

Question 23 of 49 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2011 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The function of zinc electrode in a galvanic cell is that it

A. A. uses up electrons
B. B. undergoes reduction
C. C. serves as the positive electrode
D. D. produces electronsCorrect

Explanation

The function of the zinc electrode in a galvanic cell is that it produces electrons (it is oxidized, releasing electrons).

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