Question

What is the electrolyte in a voltaic cell? Mention the

electrolytes used in

(1) Daniel cell.

(2) Leclanche cell.

(3) Bichromate cell.

(4) Dry cell.

Answer 1

1. Sulphuric Acid is used as the electrolyte in a voltaic cell.
2. Copper Sulphate and Zinc Sulphate are the two electrolytes used in a Daniel cell.
3. Leclanche cell uses Ammonium Chloride as its electrolyte.
4. Bichromate cell uses Sulphuric acid and Potassium Dichromate as its electrolyte.
5. A mixture of Ammonium Chloride, Zinc Chloride, and Manganese Dioxide from the electrolyte in a Dry cell.