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Mercury Cell.
Mercury Cell - as a noun
A primary cell consisting of a zinc anode and a cathode of mercury oxide and an electrolyte of potassium hydroxide
Example Sentences
"A mercury cell is a type of electrochemical cell that uses mercury as its electrode."
"The mercury cell is commonly used in small devices like hearing aids and calculators."
"The production of mercury cells has decreased significantly in recent years."
"A mercury cell contains a sodium hydroxide electrolyte."
"The disposal of mercury cells requires special care due to their toxic nature."
