Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Physical: Electro Chemistry

Question:

Which cell is used in hearing aids?

Options:

Dry cell

Lead storage cell

Fuel cell

Mercury cell

Correct Answer:

Mercury cell

Explanation:

Mercury cell, suitable for low current devices like hearing aids, watches, etc. consists of zinc – mercury amalgam as anode and a paste of HgO and carbon as the cathode.