Chemistry Glossary

Anode

Anode - the electrode where oxidation occurs. The anode of an electrolytic cell is the electrode connected to the positive electrode of the d.c. supply. Electrons are withdrawn from the anode by the power sou

Cathode

Cathode - the electrode where reduction occurs. The cathode of an electrolytic cell is the electrode connected to the negative electrode of the d.c. supply. Electrons flow from the power source to the cathode

Fuel cell

Fuel cell - a device that converts the chemical energy of a fuel into electrical energy

Inert electrode

Inert electrode - an electrode that does not react with the electrolytes in chemical cells

Oxidant

Oxidant - another name for oxidizing agent

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