Question

Which of the following statements is incorrect about an electric cell?

• A.
  An electric cell converts chemical energy into electrical energy.
• B.
  An electric cell consists of two terminals.
• C.
  The direction of flow of electrons in a cell is from positive terminal to negative terminal.
• D.
  Electric cell acts as a source to initiate current flow.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

The direction of flow of electrons in a cell is from positive terminal to negative terminal.

• The direction of flow of electrons in a cell is from negative terminal to positive terminal. However, the conventional direction of current is taken from the positive terminal to the negative terminal of the cell.
• A cell has two terminals- positive and negative. It is the source of electric current in the circuit. The electrical energy in the circuit is converted from the chemical energy stored in the cell.