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Factors Affecting Internal Resistance and EMF of a Cell

Submitted by: [Your Name]

Class & Section: [Your Class]

Roll Number: [Your Roll Number]

Subject: Physics

Teacher's Name: [Teacher's Name]

Date of Submission: [Date]


Acknowledgment

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to my Physics teacher, [Teacher's Name], for her

guidance and support in completing this project. I am also thankful to my school and classmates for

their encouragement. Finally, I would like to thank my family for their constant support.
Index

Serial No. Title Page No.

1 Acknowledgment 1

2 Index 2

3 Introduction 3

4 Main Body 4

5 Observation Table 5

6 Conclusion 6

7 Bibliography 7
Introduction

Electromotive Force (EMF) and internal resistance are fundamental properties of a cell that

determine its efficiency. EMF represents the potential difference of a cell when no current flows,

while internal resistance arises from the opposition to current within the cell. Understanding these

factors is crucial for optimizing cell performance.


Main Body

The main factors affecting internal resistance and EMF are:

1. Nature of Electrolyte:

The concentration and type of electrolyte significantly affect the internal resistance.

2. Temperature:

An increase in temperature usually decreases internal resistance.

3. Size and Nature of Electrodes:

Larger electrodes with better conductivity reduce internal resistance.

4. Age of the Cell:

Aging cells typically show increased internal resistance due to electrode degradation.
Observation Table

Serial No. Factor Varied EMF (Volts) Internal Resistance (Ohms)

1 Electrolyte Concentration 3.2 0.5

2 Temperature Increase 3.1 0.4

3 Larger Electrodes 3.3 0.3

4 Old Cell 3.0 1.0

5 New Cell 3.5 0.2


Conclusion

This project demonstrates that the internal resistance of a cell depends on several factors, including

the nature of the electrolyte, temperature, and the condition of the electrodes. Proper management

of these factors can enhance the performance of the cell.


Bibliography

1. Physics Textbook for Class 12

2. Online resources: Wikipedia, Physics Forums

3. Lab manual and notes provided by the teacher

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