MHT CET Chemistry Question (2026) — Solution

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In any electrochemical cell, whether galvanic or electrolytic, reduction always takes place at the cathode. Oxidation always takes place at the anode. The cathode is made of a conducting material to allow the flow of electrons. In a galvanic cell, the cathode is denoted by a positive sign, whereas in an electrolytic cell, it is denoted by a negative sign. Thus, the only universally correct statement is that reduction occurs at the cathode. Answer: Reduction occurs at cathode