Question
Write the differences between primary cell and secondary cell.

Answer

Primary cell:
  1. The chemical reaction inside the primary cell is irreversible
  2. It cannot be recharged.
  3. Examples of secondary cells are lead accumulator, Edison accumulator and Nickel – Iron accumulator.
  4. Examples- simple voltalic cell, Daniel cell, and lechlanche cell and dry cell
Secondary cell:
  1. The chemical reaction inside the secondary cell is reversible.
  2. It can be recharged.
  3. It is used to operate devices such as mobile phones, cameras, computers, and emergency lights.
  4. Examples of secondary cells are lead accumulator, Edison accumulator and Nickel – Iron accumulator.

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