Which one of the following statements is incorrect regarding an electrochemical cell ?

Chemistry · JEE Advanced · NTA Exams — Electrochemistry

1. The electrode on which oxidation takes place is called anode.
2. Anode is a negative pole
3. The direction of current is same as that of flow of electrons
4. The flow of current is partly due to flow of electrons and partly due to flow of ions.

Answer

(C) The direction of current is same as that of flow of electrons

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