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Write four differences between galvanic (or electrochemical) cell and electrolytic cell.

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Electrochemical cell : The device which converts chemical energy into electrical energy by means of spontaneous chemical reaction is called electrochemical cell.

Electrolytic cell : The device which converts electrical energy into chemical energy by means of non-spontaneous process is called electrolytic cell.
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    A
    potential energy decreases
    B
    kinetic energy decreases
    C
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    D
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