$A$ variable,opposite external potential $(E_{ext})$ is applied to the cell $Zn | Zn^{2+} (1 \ M) || Cu^{2+} (1 \ M) | Cu$ of potential $1.1 \ V$. When $E_{ext} < 1.1 \ V$ and $E_{ext} > 1.1 \ V$,respectively,electrons flow from:

  • A
    anode to cathode in both cases
  • B
    cathode to anode and anode to cathode
  • C
    anode to cathode and cathode to anode
  • D
    cathode to anode in both cases

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