Concept explainers
Interpretation: The reaction that occurs during the recharging of an automobile battery needs to be explained.
Concept Introduction:
Answer to Problem 40A
In lead storage battery, reducing agent is Pb metal, and the oxidizing agent is Pb(IV) oxide,
Explanation of Solution
The lead storage battery can be recharged, it is the most important characteristic of this battery. The half -cell reaction that occurs at the two electrodes is listed below:
In anode:
In cathode:
As the battery runs,
Electrolysis is the process in which a chemical change produces on applying current in cell.
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