Question

5. Describe the construction, working and
usefulness of a dry Cell, with the help of
a diagram.​

Answer 1

Answer:

A dry cell consists of a zinc container whose base acts as the negative electrode. The carbon rod placed at the centre with a brass cap acts as the positive electrode. This is surrounded by a mixture of manganese dioxide and charcoal in a muslin bag. The electrolyte uses is a moist paste of ammonium chloride.