Does reaction occur at the anode or the cathode


The following is a redox reaction that occurs in an Alkaline battery:

Zn + OH- ----> Zn(OH)2

1. Assign oxidation numbers to each atomm in this reaction.

2. Which element is involved in the redox reaction?

3. Does this reaction occur at the anode or the cathode? Explain your answer.

4. Explain what will happen to Zn over time.

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