Local action is normally prevented from taking place in a simple electric cell by

a

introducing an oxidising agent into the acid

b

not drawing current continuously for long periods

c

amalgamating the surface of the zinc plate

d

using a porous pot to isolate the zinc plate from the acid

e

using dilute sulphuric acid

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Luping
2 years ago

Local action is caused by presence of impurities in zinc plates electrodes. Impurities also increase the resistance of the electrode, hence preventing free flow of current. Local action can be prevented by a process called amalgamation

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