GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The acid generally stored in batteries is
A
Acetic Acid
B
Nitric Acid
C
Sulphuric Acid
D
Hydrochloric Acid
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sulphuric acid develops voltage from the chemical reaction produced when two unlike materials such as the positive and negative plates are immersed in the electrolyte a solution of sulphuric acid and water. In typical lead-acid battery the voltage is approx. 2 volts per cell for a total of 12 volts.

Detailed explanation-2: -Battery acid is sulfuric acid that has been diluted with water to attain a 37% concentration level. This particular type of acid is used in sealed lead acid batteries, however, concentration levels differenciate with some brands.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hence, sulfuric acid is used as an electrolyte in batteries.

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