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The testers engaged in measuring the voltage output of these cells, noting the readings after a considerable period—over a year—had elapsed. Initial attempts to measure the voltage involved making physical connections with small posts. During one attempt, they encountered difficulty aligning the connections correctly, requiring some adjustment to achieve a decent conduction.
One cell showed a voltage of approximately 0.5 volts ("half a volt"), implying it retained some electrical potential over the extended period. The second cell demonstrated a voltage of about 0.125 volts ("eighth of a volt") when properly connected, though the polarity was initially reversed, suggesting some variability in how the cells respond or perhaps differences in their internal chemistry or assembly.