1.Which statements are true? Correct any that are false. (a) In a voltaic cell, the anode is negative relative to the cathode. (b) Oxidation occurs at the anode of a voltaic or electrolytic cell. (c) Electrons flow into the cathode of an electrolytic cell. (d) In a voltaic cell, the surroundings do work on the system.

1.Which statements are true? Correct any that are false. (a) In a voltaic cell, the anode is negative relative to the cathode. (b) Oxidation occurs at the anode of a voltaic or electrolytic cell. (c) Electrons flow into the cathode of an electrolytic cell. (d) In a voltaic cell, the surroundings do work on the system.

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Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

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