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Noun voltaic pile has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebVoltaic PileDescription:A voltaic pile is a simple electrical device consisting of alternating discs of two different metals, usually zinc and copper, separated by cardboard soaked in an electrolyte solution. When the discs are stacked together, they generate an electric current through a chemical reaction, creating a continuous source of electricity. Sample Sentences:1. Alessandro Volta invented the first voltaic pile in 1800, revolutionizing the field of electricity. 2. The voltaic pile was primarily used to power early scientific experiments and simple electrical devices. 3. The school's science lab proudly displayed a replica of the original voltaic pile. Related Products: | ||||
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