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Which of the following statements is not true with respect to a lead storage cell (or a lead-acid battery)?(a) The electrolyte used is an aqueous solution of sulphuric acid(b) The anode is made up of lead(c) The cathode is made up of lead(IV) oxide(d) It is a primary cellThe question was posed to me in exam.Asked question is from Electrochemistry in section Electrochemistry of Chemistry – Class 12

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Right option is (d) It is a primary CELL

The best EXPLANATION: A lead STORAGE cell is a secondary cell which has a grid of lead packed with finely divided spongy lead for an anode and a grid of lead packed with lead(IV) oxide for a cathode. The electrolytic solution USED in a lead-acid battery is an aqueous solution of sulphuric acid.



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