Subjective Type

Why does the cell potential of mercury cell remain constant throughout its life ?

Solution

As the overall reaction does not involve any ion in the solution whose concentration changes during its life period.

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

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Cathode is made up of ______ in mercury battery.

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Which of the following is disposable battery?

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Write the name of cell which is generally used in hearing aids . Write the reactions taking place at the anode and the cathode of this cell .

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For the given cells : Lead storage cell , Mercury cell , Fuel cell and Dry cell Answer the following : Which cell is used in hearing aids ?

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Unlike dry cell, the mercury cell has a constant cell potential throughout its useful life. Why?

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