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Among the following cells, which of the following are primary cells?

  • (I) Leclanche cell
  • (II) Nickel-Cadmium cell
  • (III) Lead storage battery
  • (IV) Mercury cell

(A) I and II

(B) I and III

(C) I and IV

(D) III and IV

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Primary cells are batteries that cannot be recharged after they are depleted. Among the options provided, the following are classified as primary cells:

  • Leclanche cell - A common type of primary cell used in dry batteries.
  • Mercury cell - Another example of a primary cell, often used in small devices.

The Nickel-Cadmium cell and Lead storage battery are both rechargeable, making them secondary cells. Therefore, the correct answer is:

(C) I and IV