The electrolyte used in a 'dry Leclanche' cell is a
A) dilute sulfuric acid
B) manganese dioxide gel
C) manganese dioxide and powdered carbon
D) ammonium chloride gel

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The 'dry Leclanche' cell uses ammonium chloride gel as the electrolyte. This type of cell does not contain any free-flowing liquid electrolyte, unlike the traditional Leclanche cell, which uses a dilute sulfuric acid electrolyte. The electrolyte in a dry cell is immobilized in a gel form for safety and convenience. The other options listed do not accurately describe the electrolyte used in a dry Leclanche cell.

The Electrolyte Used in a 'Dry Leclanche' Cell Is a