Zinc-carbon battery

Zinc-carbon batteries, also known as zinc-carbon cells or Leclanché cells, are a type of disposable, non-rechargeable primary battery. They have been widely used in various low-drain applications for many years. 

Here are some key characteristics and information about zinc-carbon batteries:

Chemistry: Zinc-carbon batteries use a simple and cost-effective chemistry. The positive electrode is made of manganese dioxide (MnO2), the negative electrode is zinc (Zn), and the electrolyte is a paste or gel containing ammonium chloride (NH4Cl).

Voltage: Zinc-carbon batteries typically have a voltage of 1.5 volts per cell, which is suitable for powering many common household devices and gadgets.

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