The Anode is the negative or reducing electrode that releases electrons to the external circuit and oxidizes during and electrochemical reaction. The Cathode is the positive or oxidizing electrode that acquires electrons from the external circuit and is reduced during the electrochemical reaction.

What is cathode and anode in simple words?

A cathode is an electrode where the electricity flows out of or given out. An anode is an electrode where the electricity moves into. ... The anode acts as an electron donor. A reduction reaction takes place at the cathode in an electrolytic cell. An oxidation reaction takes place at the anode in an electrolytic cell.

Is a cathode positive or negative?

During discharge the positive is a cathode, the negative is an anode. During charge the positive is an anode, the negative is a cathode.