2.6.1 - Primary Batteries
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What is a primary battery?
💡 Hint: Think about how this battery differs from a rechargeable one.
Name one application of a dry cell.
💡 Hint: Consider everyday devices that require small, portable power.
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What type of chemical reaction do primary batteries use?
💡 Hint: Consider whether the reaction can be reversed or not.
True or False: Mercury cells can be recharged.
💡 Hint: Remember the characteristic of primary versus secondary batteries.
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Consider a school project to create a simple dry cell. What materials would you need, and how would you ensure it provides a constant voltage output?
💡 Hint: Think about the roles of oxidation and reduction in your cell.
Discuss the environmental impact of using primary batteries versus rechargeable batteries in consumer electronics.
💡 Hint: Consider the lifecycle and end-of-life management of each type.
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