JAMB Chemistry 2006 Question 44

Question 44

Electrolysis

Zinc and carbon rods are used as anode and cathode respectively in a

  1. A.Leclanche cell
  2. B.lead accumulator
  3. C.Daniell cell
  4. D.voltaic cell
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Answer: A (Leclanche cell)

Explanation

The Leclanché (dry) cell has a zinc case as the negative electrode and a central carbon rod as the positive electrode.