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In a lemon battery, the nail (usually made of steel) and the penny (copper) act as electrodes in an electrochemical reaction. When they touch, electrons will flow from the nail to the penny, creating a circuit that generates a small electric current. This occurs because the lemon juice serves as an electrolyte, facilitating the movement of ions. If they touch directly, it could short-circuit the battery, disrupting the flow of electricity.

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