When a simple cell is placed in a circuit and the circuit is switched on

PHYSICS · Multi-part · CBSE · Physics · Electricity: Magnetic and Heating Effects · Electricity: Magnetic and Heating Effects

Problem

When a simple cell is placed in a circuit and the circuit is switched on, an energy transfer takes place within the cell. (a) Outline what this energy transfer is. (b) Is this energy transfer likely to occur with 100% efficiency? Explain your answer.

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