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part of standard cell
part of standard cell

part of standard cell

Date1900-1930
Inventory Number0305b
ClassificationStandard Cell
Subject
    Maker American
    Cultural Region
      Dimensions7 x 5.6 x 6.8 cm (2 3/4 x 2 3/16 x 2 11/16 in.)
      Material
        DescriptionSingle test tube cell with corroded electrodes and what appears to be the remnants of an electrolyte. The glass tube is set inside a brass support. The whole cell rests on a wooden base, which has two binding posts.
        Signedunsigned
        Inscribedcarved into wooden base: E23
        Curatorial Remarks0305b and 0305c were found together.
        FunctionStandard cells produce a known and stable voltage for the calibration of electrical measurement instruments.
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