Question

In a dry cell _______ containing a moist paste of plaster of Paris, $N{H}_{4}Cl$ and $ZnCl$ acts as

• A. Copper vessel, Cathode
• B. Zinc vessel, Cathode
• C. Zinc vessel, Anode
• D. Copper vessel, Anode

Answer 1

The correct option is B Zinc vessel, Cathode

Dry-cell batteries consist of a zinc chloride paste which allow a dry-cell to ... with moist paste of ammonium chloride $\left(N{H}_{4}Cl\right)$ where $ZnC{l}_2$ acts as Zinc vessel, Cathode. an electrolyte.A dry cell is a type of battery, commonly used for portable electrical devices.A standard dry cell comprises a zinc anode, usually in the form of a cylindrical pot, with a carbon cathode in the form of a central rod. The electrolyte is ammonium chloride in the form of a paste next to the zinc anode.