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How a Battery Works

Anatomy of a Battery


Split Battery Pic 1. Steel Can
Nickel-plated steel which is formed into a container to hold chemicals; serves as the positive collector.

2. Positive Pip
A formed protrusion in the bottom of the battery can which identifies it as the positive terminal.

3. Outer Jacket
A plastic sleeve which contains decorative printing identifying the cell type and size.

4. Separator
Porous non-woven fibrous material which separates electrodes; holds electrolyte between electrodes.

5. Electrolyte
A solution of potassium hydroxide in water which carries the ionic current inside the battery.

6. Cathode
Manganese dioxide and graphite which take up electrons from the external circuits.

7. Anode
Powdered zinc metal which serves as the source of electrons.

8. Anode Collector
Tin-plated brass which serves as a path for the electrons from the anode to the external circuit.

9. Seal/Vent
Molded plastic disc which holds internal components inside the cell and releases internal pressure when battery is abused.




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