The internal resistance of a cell depends upon the resistance of electrolyte, terminals and electrons of the cell. Due to chemical changes(e.g, absorption of hydrogen and sulphate ions ) in the electrolyte during the process of discharging the resistance of the electrolyte increase. Thus the internal resistance of cell does not remain constant. If you will use cells and batteries for a while and you will notice they get hot.
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