Question

What is used as a cathode in a Leclanche cell?

Answer 1

Leclanche cell:

• Leclanche cell is an electrochemical that consists of Ammonium chloride (${\mathrm{NH}}_4\mathrm{Cl}$) solution as an electrolyte.
• It also contains a Zinc rod that acts as the anode (negative electrode).
• A porous pot containing a Carbon rod and a mixture of powdered Carbon and Manganese dioxide acts as the cathode (positive electrode).