| Date | May 2016 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 16M.1.sl.TZ0.22 |
| Level | SL | Paper | 1 | Time zone | TZ0 |
| Command term | State | Question number | 22 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Which statement is correct for a voltaic but not for an electrolytic cell?
A. An electrolyte is required.
B. The anode is where oxidation occurs.
C. Ions move in the electrolyte.
D. Electrons flow from the negative electrode to the positive electrode.
Markscheme
D
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