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From: Cryptoengineer <petertrei@gmail.com>
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Date: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:03:00 -0400
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On 10/23/2024 8:31 AM, Scott Dorsey wrote:
> Cryptoengineer  <petertrei@gmail.com> wrote:
>> Batteries are not a power source - they are a power store.
> 
> This is true for storage batteries, not for primary batteries like alkaline
> cells.  Some languages make a specific distinction between "l'accumulateur"
> and "la cellule" but English does not unfortunately.
> --scott

True enough. I wonder how much energy is required make all the
components of a disposable AA cell, and the cell itself.

I'd be astonished if its less than the power stored in the
cell.

pt