Which acid is used in lead storage battery?
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Hydrochloric acid
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Sulphuric acid
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Nitric acid
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All of above
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Sulfuric acid is the electrolyte in lead-acid batteries. The chemical reaction between lead dioxide and sponge lead plates with sulfuric acid generates electrical energy. Hydrochloric and nitric acids would react differently and damage the battery.