1.Which of these are type(s) of cells? a. Primary b.

Secondary
1. Only a
2. Only b
3. Both a and b
4. Neither a nor b
Correct answer is 3

This is how cells are classified.

2.Primary cells are also known as _____.

1. dry cells
2. wet cells
3. electronic cells
4. pen cells
Correct answer is 1

This is the other name for primary cell.

3.Secondary cells are used in which of these devices?

1. AC remote
2. TV remote
3. Wristwatch
4. Car battery
Correct answer is 4

This is a secondary cell since it can be recharged.

4.Which of these parts acts as the anode in a dry cell?

1. Ammonium chloride paste
2. Zinc vessel
3. Carbon rod
4. Brass cap
Correct answer is 2

This is how a cell is constructed.

5.Which of these cells uses energy from a REVERSIBLE

reaction? a. Primary cell b. Secondary cell
1. Only a
2. Only b
3. Both a and b
4. Neither a nor b
Correct answer is 2

Secondary cells are rechargeable thereby implying a reversible reaction.

6.What is the function of a depolariser in a dry cell?

1. to help absorption of moisture in the electrolyte
2. to avoid build-up of hydrogen gas on the anode
3. to help easy motion of the ions in the electrolyte
4. to avoid the carbon build-up on the cathode
Correct answer is 2

This is the function of the depolariser.

7.Oxidation reaction is basically _____.

1. removal of oxygen
2. addition of carbon dioxide
3. removal of hydrogen
4. addition of water
Correct answer is 3

This is as per the definition.

8.What is meant by 'electrolyte'?

1. A solution that can conduct electricity via ions.
2. A solvent which can dissolve electrons.
3. A collection of positively and negatively charged ions
4. A solution of water and a solute which does not disassociate.
Correct answer is 1

This is as per the definition.

9.Which of these is the negative ion when ammonium

chloride disintegrates into ions?
1. Ammonium ions
2. Chloride ions
3. Both are negatively charged
4. Both are positively charged
Correct answer is 2

Chloride ions are negatively charged.

10.Which of these is the hygroscopic part of the dry

cell?
1. Zinc anode
2. Carbon cathode
3. Brass cap
4. Ammonium chloride electrolyte
Correct answer is 4

This is because ammonium chloride can absorb moisture from the surrounding
atmosphere.

11.Akshatha needed to use a battery for her electronic

tanpura which she uses to practice singing. Which
kind of battery would be most useful for her? a.
 battery made of primary cells b. battery made of
secondary cells
1. only a
2. only b
3. both a and b
4. neither a nor b
Correct answer is 2

For the kind of usage Akshatha is planning, battery made of secondary cells would be the
most useful.

12.Which of these cells would cause the MOST

pollution in terms of contributing to the landfills?
1. Primary cells
2. Secondary cells
3. Both of them contribute equally to the landfills.
4. Both of them do not contribute to the landfills at all.
Correct answer is 1

Since the primary cells are used only once before being discarded, they contribute to the
landfills to a greater extent.

13.Which type of electric cell is MOST COMMONLY

used in portable electronic devices such as mobile
phones and laptops?
1. Lead - acid cell
2. Lithium ion cell
3. Alkaline cell
4. Zinc - carbon cell
Correct answer is 2

Lithium ion cells are secondary cells which can be recharged. So they are used in
situations which require recharging the cells such as a mobile phone or laptop.

14.Some cars use technology that can run on fuel as

well as batteries. Such cars use the so called hybrid
technology which charges the battery whenever the
car is running on fuel or the brakes are applied.
Which kind of cell is used in such a battery?
1. Primary cell
2. Secondary cell
3. Either primary or secondary cell
4. Both primary or secondary cell
Correct answer is 2

Batteries used in hybrid cars have to be recharged again and again throughout the journey.
So a secondary cell is used.

15.Neil has reached the base camp to climb Mt

Everest. He was given a set of batteries to power his
torch while climbing the mountain. Which of these
 type of cells was MOST PROBABLY used in the
batteries?
1. Primary cell
2. Secondary cell
3. Either primary or secondary cell
4. Both primary or secondary cell
Correct answer is 1

In places such as Mt Everest, there is no power outlet available and therefore it is difficult
to recharge the cells and so, primary cells become the logical choice.

16.In emergency backup power systems, the need is to

have a reliable and immediate power source when
the main power supply fails. Such systems are
typically used in places such as hospitals, data
centers, and emergency response centers. Which
type of cell is more suitable for such places?
1. Primary cell
2. Secondary cell
3. Either primary or secondary cell
4. Both primary or secondary cell
Correct answer is 1

In situations, where the primary focus is on immediate power availability rather than long-
term reusability or rechargeability, primary cells are preferred due to their high energy
density, reliability, and lack of maintenance requirements.

17.Which of the following statements about secondary

cells is INCORRECT?
1. They can be recharged and used multiple times.
2. They have a higher energy density compared to most primary cells.
3. They are more environmentally friendly due to their reusability.
4. They have a longer lifespan compared to primary cells.
Correct answer is 4

This is the only false statement.

18.Which of the following factors would you consider

while determining the cost - effectiveness of using
secondary cells in long - term applications?
1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct answer is 2

Higher recharging efficiency ensures that the cells can be used efficiently over multiple
charging cycles, maximizing their lifespan and providing cost savings in the long run.