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Anode
01
a positively charged electrode in an electrical device where oxidation occurs, resulting in the release of electrons
Examples
The anode of the X-ray tube emits electrons when heated, producing X-rays for medical imaging.
In electroplating, the metal to be plated is connected to the anode, releasing ions that form a coating on the object.
02
the negatively charged terminal of a voltaic cell or storage battery that supplies current
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