In the electrochemical cell $H_{2(g)}, 1 \ atm \ | \ H^+_{(aq)}, 1 \ M \ || \ Cu^{2+}_{(aq)}, 1 \ M \ | \ Cu_{(s)}$,which of the following statements is true?

  • A
    $H_2$ is cathode,$Cu$ is anode
  • B
    Oxidation occurs at $Cu$ electrode
  • C
    Reduction occurs at $H_2$ electrode
  • D
    $H_2$ is anode,$Cu$ is cathode

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