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Why is a cation so named?

Answer» When electric current is passed through the solution of a salt like sodium chloride (NaCl), the positive ion
.`(Na^(+))` migrates towards cathode (negative electrode). It is therefore, called cation. Please remember that
.Positive ion migrating towards cathode on passing electric current is known as cation.
Negative ion migrating towards anode on passing electric current is known as anion.


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