Lead-acid batteries accounted for 69% of all lead consumed in the US in 2015. (a) Complete the

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Lead-acid batteries accounted for 69% of all lead consumed in the US in 2015. 

(a) Complete the cell reaction given below (not balanced on the left-hand side) and show that the oxidation state changes balance in the final equation:

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(b) What are the two half-cell reactions in a lead–acid battery? 

(c) The value of Eºcell is 2.05 V. However, a normal automobile battery operates at about 12 V. Explain why the values differ. 

(d) How is a lead–acid battery recharged?

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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