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Question
Right or wrong sentence.
Electro chemicals are devices that convert electrical energy into mechanical energy.
Options
Right
Wrong
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Solution
The given sentence is wrong.
Explanation:
- Electric motors convert electrical energy into mechanical energy.
- Electrochemical cells (like batteries) convert chemical energy into electrical energy.
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