For a cell constructed with $Cu$ and $Ag$ electrodes,which of the following statements is correct regarding the cathode and the standard cell potential $(E_{cell}^{\circ})$?
- ACopper electrode acts as anode and $E_{cell}^{\circ}$ is $+0.46 \ V$
- BCopper electrode acts as anode and $E_{cell}^{\circ}$ is $-0.46 \ V$
- CSilver electrode acts as a cathode and $E_{cell}^{\circ}$ is $-0.34 \ V$
- DCopper electrode acts as cathode and $E_{cell}^{\circ}$ is $+0.46 \ V$
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