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Redox Reactions — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistryRedox Reactions2 Marks
Question
Why is anode called oxidation electrode, whereas cathode is called reduction electrode?
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Answer

At anode, loss of electrons takes place, i.e. oxidation takes place, whereas at cathode, gain of electrons takes place, i.e. reduction takes place. Therefore, cathode is called reduction electrode and anode is called oxidation electrode.

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