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Unlike dry cell, the mercury cell has a constant cell potential throughout its useful life, why?

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**Step-by-Step Text Solution:** 1. **Understanding Mercury Cell:** - A mercury cell, often referred to as a button cell, is commonly used in devices such as hearing aids and wristwatches. It is a non-rechargeable cell that maintains a constant cell potential throughout its life. 2. **Components of the Mercury Cell:** - The mercury cell consists of: - **Anode:** Zinc mercury amalgam (Zn-Hg) ...
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