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galvanic cell [1 record]

Record 1 2013-12-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Electrochemistry
  • Galvanic Cells
  • Cells and Batteries
DEF

A cell in which chemical change is the source of electric energy, [usually consisting] of two dissimilar conductors in contact with each other and with an electrolyte, or of two similar conductors in contact with each other and with dissimilar electrolytes.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Électrochimie
  • Éléments galvaniques
  • Piles et accumulateurs

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Electroquímica
  • Pilas galvánicas
  • Pilas y acumuladores
DEF

Celda electrolítica que suministra energía eléctrica mediante reacciones electroquímicas.

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