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IB Physics SL B.5.7 Electric cells Question Bank

Practise IB Physics SL B.5.7 by distinguishing primary and secondary cells through chemical energy conversion and rechargeability.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • Track chemical energy to electrical energy and internal dissipation when charge moves through a primary cell.
  • Identify whether a cell is rechargeable and select the correct circuit behaviour for primary versus secondary cells.

B.5.7—Electric cells question 1

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With reference to internal energy conversion and ability to be recharged, what are the characteristics of a primary cell?

Internal energy conversion

Ability to be recharged

chemical to electrical

rechargeable

chemical to electrical

not rechargeable

electrical to chemical

rechargeable

electrical to chemical

not rechargeable

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