Commercial Cells (AQA A-Level Chemistry): Quizzes
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What do electrochemical cells convert directly into electrical energy?
What do electrochemical cells convert directly into electrical energy?
Chemical energy
At which electrode does oxidation occur in an electrochemical cell?
At which electrode does oxidation occur in an electrochemical cell?
Anode
At which electrode does reduction occur in an electrochemical cell?
At which electrode does reduction occur in an electrochemical cell?
Cathode
In which direction do electrons flow through the external circuit?
In which direction do electrons flow through the external circuit?
Anode to cathode
Which characteristic defines primary cells?
Which characteristic defines primary cells?
Non-rechargeable
Which type of battery is an example of a secondary cell used in cars?
Which type of battery is an example of a secondary cell used in cars?
Lead-acid battery
What characteristic defines fuel cells?
What characteristic defines fuel cells?
Continuous operation with fuel supply
In which year did Alessandro Volta develop the first voltaic pile?
In which year did Alessandro Volta develop the first voltaic pile?
1800
Which battery, developed in 1859, was the first rechargeable battery?
Which battery, developed in 1859, was the first rechargeable battery?
Lead-acid battery
Which cell type can be recharged by applying an external electrical current?
Which cell type can be recharged by applying an external electrical current?
Secondary cells