Asked by Satveer Sidhu on May 07, 2024

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The LeClanché cell is also known as a(n) _____ cell.

A) alkaline
B) carbon-zinc
C) silver zinc
D) nickel-cadmium

LeClanché Cell

An early type of wet cell battery consisting of a zinc anode, a manganese dioxide cathode, and an electrolyte of ammonium chloride.

Carbon-Zinc

A type of battery chemistry characterized by the use of carbon and zinc as the electrode materials, often used in household batteries.

Alkaline

A type of battery chemistry that is based on the reaction between zinc and manganese dioxide, characterized by high energy density.

  • Grasp the principles behind the specific types of cells and their applications.
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Diptimaya TripathyMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The LeClanché cell is also known as a carbon-zinc cell, which is a type of primary battery.