Primary and Secondary Cells (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Quizzes
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What does a galvanic cell generate through chemical reactions at its electrodes?
What does a galvanic cell generate through chemical reactions at its electrodes?
Electrical energy
Why can primary cells not be recharged?
Why can primary cells not be recharged?
Chemical reactions are irreversible
What voltage do primary cells typically provide per cell?
What voltage do primary cells typically provide per cell?
What makes secondary cells rechargeable?
What makes secondary cells rechargeable?
Reversible chemical reactions
What is the voltage of a lithium-ion cell?
What is the voltage of a lithium-ion cell?
What voltage does each lead-acid cell provide?
What voltage does each lead-acid cell provide?
Which type of cell has a lower environmental impact?
Which type of cell has a lower environmental impact?
Secondary cells
Which device is a suitable application for primary cells?
Which device is a suitable application for primary cells?
Smoke alarm
Which device uses secondary cells?
Which device uses secondary cells?
Smartphone
What happens once a primary cell is depleted?
What happens once a primary cell is depleted?
Must be disposed of
A car battery has six lead-acid cells in series. What is the total voltage?
A car battery has six lead-acid cells in series. What is the total voltage?
When should you use secondary cells over primary cells?
When should you use secondary cells over primary cells?
For frequently used devices