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A secondary cell differs from a primary cell in that it can be:

Answer: recharged.

  • A used only once
  • B recharged
  • C made only of zinc
  • D built without metals

Correct answer: B. recharged

Explanation: A secondary cell (e.g. a lead-acid battery) is rechargeable by reversing the cell reaction.

ZnSO4 solutionCuSO4 solutionZnCuAnode (-)Cathode (+)oxidationreductionVSalt bridgee- flow

In a Daniell cell, electrons flow externally from the zinc anode (oxidation) through the voltmeter to the copper cathode (reduction), while the salt bridge completes the circuit.

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