Question

Which conversion of energy always occurs in a voltaic cell?

(1) light energy to chemical energy
(2) electrical energy to chemical energy
(3) chemical energy to light energy
(4) chemical energy to electrical energy

Answer 1

The correct answer is option 4. The conversion of energy is from chemical to electrical energy. Voltaic cells are driven by a spontaneous reaction that produces an electric current. Voltaic cells are a type of electrochemical cell.