Two identical cells connected in series send $10\,A$ current through a $5\Omega$ resistor. When they are connected in parallel, they send $8\,A$ current through the same resistance, the internal resistance of each cell is
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2.5$\Omega$
10 $\Omega$
15 $\Omega$
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Solution and Explanation
For series combination $2 \xi = (5 + 2r) 10$ . For parallel combination $\xi = ( 5 + \frac{r}{2} )8$
A device that converts chemical energy into electrical energy is called an electric cell. To an electric circuit, the battery provides the constant electromotive force.
Each cell comprises 2 half cells which are connected in series by a conductive electrolyte containing anions and cations:
One-half cell is made up of electrolyte and a negative electrode called an anion.
The other half cell is made up of electrolytes and a positive electrode called a cathode.
Redox reactions take place simultaneously.
While charging, cations are reduced at the cathode, and anions are oxidized at the anode.
Electrodes do not join each other as they are electrically connected by the electrolyte.