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Question

State whether the following statement is true or false.

In a dry cell, zinc container acts as the positive electrode.


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True
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False
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Solution

The correct option is B False

Dry cell:

  1. A dry cell is used to already store chemical energy. This cell converts chemical energy to electrical energy.
  2. For example, The voltaic cell uses in torches, radios, cameras, and toys.
  3. In a dry cell, a carbon rod acts as the positive electrode and a zinc container acts as the negative electrode.

So, the given statement is false.


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