What is an Electric Cell?

Last updated at April 25, 2026 by

An electric cell is a portable source of electrical energy.
It has two terminals - positive and negative.
When we connect wires to both terminals, electricity can flow.
Example
— The cells we put in torches, remote controls, wall clocks.

Electric Cell Purpose = Portable source of electrical energy Terminals = Positive (+) and Negative (-) ends Examples = Torch cells, remote cells, clock cells
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