Why is the voltage of 2 cells the same, while the amperage is different? One half-cell has salt bridge while the other has a porous cup (higher amperage one).

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Why is the voltage of 2 cells the same, while the amperage is different?

One half-cell has salt bridge while the other has a porous cup (higher amperage one). 

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