Interpretation: The result of placing all the cells into a single container of electrolyte solution rather than into separate compartments needs to be explained.
Concept Introduction: In an
Explanation of Solution
In the cell in an automobile battery, there are two half-cells. There is an electrode in an electrolyte for each half-cell. Here, half-cells are in a separate compartment and not in a single container of electrolyte solution. This is to prevent direct chemical contact between
Thus, a potential difference in the battery output will not be created if all the cells are placed into a single container of electrolyte solution.
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