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A battery is a device that converts chemical energy into electrical energy. It is made up of two or more electrochemical cells that are connected together. Each cell contains a positive electrode, a negative electrode, and an electrolyte.
When a battery is connected to a device, the chemical reaction in the cells produces electrons. These electrons flow through the device, providing it with electrical energy.
Batteries are used in a wide variety of devices, including:
Batteries come in a variety of shapes and sizes. They can be small, like the batteries in a cell phone, or large, like the batteries in a car.
The battery in my phone is low, so I need to find a charger.
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The word "battery" as in the device that stores electrical energy comes from the Italian word "batteria", which means "a group of artillery pieces". The Italian word "batteria" is derived from the Latin word "battuere", which means "to beat".
What are batteries used for?