7 Questions
What is the function of a cell in producing electricity?
Converting chemical energy into electrical energy
In a cell, what are the dissimilar metals known as?
Electrodes
Which electrode is known as the anode?
Positive electrode
What happens when a copper rod and a zinc plate are joined in a container filled with dilute sulphuric acid?
Zinc plate dissolves and forms bubbles of hydrogen gas on the copper rod
What happens as a result of the chemical reaction in a simple cell?
Electrons flow through the connecting wire from copper to zinc
Which way does the current flow in a cell, and in which direction do electrons move?
Current flows from copper to zinc; Electrons move from zinc to copper
What happens when a bulb is connected between the copper and zinc terminals in a cell?
The bulb lights up
Learn about electric cells which convert chemical energy into electrical energy. Discover the components of a cell like electrodes (anode and cathode) and electrolytes. Explore how simple cells work using copper and zinc elements.
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