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What is the direction of electron flow when the switch in a galvanic cell is turned on?

Options

  1. AFrom the cathode to the anode.
  2. BFrom the anode to the cathode.
  3. CFrom the electrolyte to the electrode.
  4. DFrom the salt bridge to the metallic wire.

Correct answer

B. From the anode to the cathode.

Step-by-step solution

When the switch in a galvanic cell is turned on, electrons flow from the anode(-) to the cathode(+).

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