Cell

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001037",
  "term": "Cell",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The basic electrochemical unit that converts chemical energy into electrical energy, or vice versa, within a battery. Each cell generates a specific voltage, and multiple cells are connected in series or parallel to achieve the desired voltage and capacity for a complete battery pack. Common cell chemistries include lithium-ion, nickel-cadmium, and lead-acid.",
  "synonyms": [
    "cyte"
  ],
  "subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
  "see_also": [
    "cellular",
    "air cell",
    "battery cell"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Zelle",
    "es": "celda",
    "fr": "cell"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/cell/"
}