Question

Difference between primary and secondary cell

Answer 1

Primary cell:

• Primary cells are the ones that cannot be charged.
• In primary cells irreversible reactions occur.
• Can be used only once.
• Primary cells have Low life span.
• These are light in weight

Secondary cell:

• Secondary cells are the ones that are rechargeable.
• In secondary cells reversible reactions occur.
• Can be used more than once.
• Secondary cells have High life span.
• These are heavy in weight.