College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
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Chapter 17 - Electric Current and Resistance - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Conceptual Questions - Page 618: 1

Answer

Electrode B has more electrons than Electrode A, therefore since electrode B is more negatively charged than electrode A. Also, the current of electrons is flowing into electrode A indicating that electrode A is the positive electrode in the electron exchange.

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Electrode B has more electrons than Electrode A, therefore since electrode B is more negatively charged than electrode A. Also, the current of electrons is flowing into electrode A indicating that electrode A is the positive electrode in the electron exchange.
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