| Chapter Objectives (See related pages)
After studying this chapter, you should be able to:
• Explain the difference between primary and secondary cells. |
| | | • Define what is meant by the internal resistance of a cell. |
| | | • List several different types of voltaic cells. |
| | | • Explain how cells can be connected to increase either the current capacity or voltage output of a battery. |
| | | • Explain why the terminal voltage of a battery drops with more load current. |
| | | • Explain the difference between voltage sources and current sources. |
| | | • Explain the concept of maximum power transfer. |
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