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The discussion centers on the operation of a galvanic cell, specifically one utilizing Zinc (Zn) as the anode and Copper (Cu) as the cathode. The primary force driving the flow of electrons from the Zinc anode to the Copper cathode is identified as electromagnetic force. This fundamental principle underlies the functionality of galvanic cells in electrochemical applications.

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Hi if you have a galvanic cell, with Zink at the anode and Cu at the catode, which force then makes Zn electrons go to the cobber catode?
 
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Hi if you have a galvanic cell, with Zinc at the anode and Cu at the cathode, which force then makes Zn electrons go to the cobber cathode?
Electromagnetic force would be favorite.
 

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