Galvanic cell is also known as

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  1. mercury cell
  2. voltaic cell 
  3. leclanche cell
  4. secondary cell

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Option 2 : voltaic cell 
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CONCEPT:

Galvanic Cell

  • A galvanic cell, also known as a voltaic cell, is an electrochemical cell that derives electrical energy from spontaneous redox reactions taking place within the cell.
  • In a galvanic cell, chemical energy is converted into electrical energy.

EXPLANATION:​

  • The correct name for a galvanic cell is a voltaic cell.
  • Mercury cell is a type of primary cell that uses mercury oxide as the cathode.
  • Leclanche cell is a type of primary cell commonly used in batteries.
  • Secondary cell refers to rechargeable batteries.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2: Voltaic cell.

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