Combinations of Cells in Series and in Parallel

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Combinations of Cells in Series and in Parallel: Overview

This topic covers concepts, such as, Series Grouping of Cells, Parallel Grouping of Cells, Advantages of Cell in Parallel & Disadvantages of Cell in Parallel etc.

Important Questions on Combinations of Cells in Series and in Parallel

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Two cells of emf   E 1  and   E 2  and internal resistance   r 1  and   r 2 , are connected in parallel with each other. Obtain expressions for the equivalent emf and equivalent internal resistance of this parallel combination.

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The combination of two identical cells, whether connected in series or parallel combination provides the same current through an external resistance of 2 Ω. The value of internal resistance of each cell is

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Two cells having the internal resistance 0.2 Ω and 0.4 Ω are connected in parallel. The voltage across the battery terminals is 1.5 V. The emf of first cell is 1.2 V, the emf of second cell is (in volt) E. Write the value of E, where   is the greatest integer function.

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 In parallel grouping of cells, we obtain more current.

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Primary cells are connected in parallel to

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If cells are joined in parallel, they have

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State the advantages and disadvantages of cells connected in parallel

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Which of these gases or liquids are not used as source of hydrogen in fuel cells

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Fuel cell performance is not limited by __________

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For which of these devices does negative charge carriers flow from anode to cathode in the external circuit

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In fuel cell, ______ energy is converted into electrical energy.

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Which one of the following is suitable for fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV).

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List the disadvantages of cell in parallel connection

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What are primary cells used for?

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What are the advantages of connecting electrical devices in parallel with the battery instead of connecting them in series?

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The total effective resistance of the circuit can be reduced by connecting electrical appliances in parallel.

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There is no division of voltage among the appliances when connected in parallel.

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What are the advantages of connecting cells in parallel?

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Two identical cells whether connected in parallel or in series gives the same current when connected to an external resistance 1.5Ω. Find the value of internal resistance of each cell.

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To draw a maximum current from a combination of cells, how should the cells be grouped?