Why do Cu atoms in a cathode accept electrons if they are neutrally charged

Subject: Why do Cu atoms in a cathode accept electrons if they are neutrally charged

Date: Mon Mar 6 13:35:44 2000
Posted by Andrew Harris
Grade level: 7-9 School: Glacier Creek Middle School
City: Cross Plains State/Province: WI Country: US
Area of science: Chemistry
ID: 952371344.Ch

Message:

It is my understanding that Cu atoms in a cathode are neutral. Why then would they accept electrons in a wet cell battery? If they are positively charged why would they allow H+ ions in the electrolyte take the electrons? Is this what happens?

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