DC circuitsQuestion 761 of 1506

A cell can be recharged by forcing current backward through it. What is this type of cell called?

  1. A secondary cell
  2. A primary cell
  3. A chemical detection cell
  4. A standard cell
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Correct answer: A secondary cell

A secondary cell is rechargeable. A primary cell is not practical to recharge.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 11.1: Electron Activity in Chemical Reactions

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