Leclanché cell en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after French electrical engineer Georges Leclanché (1839–1882).
Meanings
- A battery (invented and patented in 1866) with an ammonium chloride electrolyte, a carbon cathode, a manganese dioxide depolarizer, and a zinc anode; a self-contained earth battery later adapted to the manufacture of dry cells.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leclanché cells | Number=Plur | lexicographic |