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Anode

usgb/ˈænəʊd/Volume
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Polarity Reminder

Always remember that 'anode' is the positive terminal, opposite of 'cathode', which is negative.

Illustration for Polarity Reminder
Connect the red wire to the anode of the battery.
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Current Direction

'Anode' is where current flows into a device, not out.

Illustration for Current Direction
The technician marked the anode where the current enters the circuit.
Visual representation of the word "Anode"

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