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Intro To Electrochemical Cells
20. Electrochemistry / Intro to Electrochemical Cells / Problem 2

The molecular view of the process taking place at the anode in a voltaic cell is shown in the diagram below. Why are the spheres used to depict the atoms in the anode larger than those in the solution?

Diagram showing larger spheres at the anode losing electrons to form smaller cations in solution.

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