Which one of the following sets makes the terminals of the ordinary torch cell ?

Zinc - Carbon
Copper - Zinc
Zinc - Cadmium
Carbon - Copper

The correct answer is (a) Zinc – Carbon.

A torch cell is a type of primary cell battery that is commonly used in torches and flashlights. It consists of a zinc anode, a carbon cathode, and an electrolyte solution. The zinc anode is the negative terminal of the cell, and the carbon cathode is the positive terminal. The electrolyte solution is a mixture of ammonium chloride and zinc chloride.

When the cell is in use, the zinc anode is oxidized, and the carbon cathode is reduced. This reaction produces an electric current that flows through the circuit. The zinc anode is consumed during this reaction, and the cell eventually dies.

The other options are incorrect because they do not make up the terminals of an ordinary torch cell.