Write differences between primary cells and secondary cells?

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Differences between primary cells and secondary cells:
Primary cell
Secondary cell
1. The chemical reaction that takes place inside a primary cell is irreversible. 1. The chemical reaction that takes place inside a secondary cell is reversible.
2. Non-rechargeable. 2. Rechargeable.
3. Used in small devices such as torches, toys, radios, etc. 3. Used in devices such as mobile phones, cameras, computers, etc.
4. Examples: Simple voltaic cell, Daniel cell, Leclanche cell, and dry cell. 4. Examples: lead accumulator, Edison accumulator, and nickel-iron accumulator.

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Primary cell	Secondary cell
1. The chemical reaction that takes place inside a primary cell is irreversible.	1. The chemical reaction that takes place inside a secondary cell is reversible.
2. Non-rechargeable.	2. Rechargeable.
3. Used in small devices such as torches, toys, radios, etc.	3. Used in devices such as mobile phones, cameras, computers, etc.
4. Examples: Simple voltaic cell, Daniel cell, Leclanche cell, and dry cell.	4. Examples: lead accumulator, Edison accumulator, and nickel-iron accumulator.