University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321973615
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-361-0

Chapter 25 - Current, Resistance, and Electromotive Force - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 840: Q25.6

Answer

Yes, the potential difference between the terminals of a battery can be opposite in the direction to the emf. This can happen when a battery is connected to an external source having larger emf than that of the battery. For example, when a rechargeable battery is connected to a charger, this process can happen.

Work Step by Step

Yes, the potential difference between the terminals of a battery can be opposite in the direction to the emf. This can happen when a battery is connected to an external source having larger emf than that of the battery. For example, when a rechargeable battery is connected to a charger, this process can happen.
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