Based on the cell notation for spontaneous reaction, at the anode: Ag(s)|AgCl(s)|Cl−(aq)∥Br−(aq)|Br2(I)|C(s)
AgCl gets reduced
Ag gets oxidized
Br2 gets reduced
Br− gets oxidized
A
Br− gets oxidized
B
Br2 gets reduced
C
AgCl gets reduced
D
Ag gets oxidized
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Ag(s)|AgCl(s)|Cl(−)∣∣Br−∣∣|Br2|C(s)
Anode : Ag+Cl(−)→AgCl+e−
Cathode : 12Br2+e(−)→Br(−)
∴ at anode, oxidation takes place.
Hence, Ag gets oxidized.
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