When we have an inactive electrode like Pt(s) in a galvanic cell as the cathode, what does it actually do? For example, when we have Ag2(aq) reducing to 2Ag-(aq) in the cathode after accepting the electron from the anode, what does the Pt(s) electrode do?

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When we have an inactive electrode like Pt(s) in a galvanic cell as the cathode, what does it actually do? For example, when we have Ag2(aq) reducing to 2Ag-(aq) in the cathode after accepting the electron from the anode, what does the Pt(s) electrode do?

 

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