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Write the cell reaction which occurs in lead storage battery when it is in use.

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`Pb(s) +PbO_(2)(s)+4H^(+)(aq)+2SO_(4)^(2-)(aq) to 2PbSO_(4)(s)+2H_(2)O(l)`.
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Knowledge Check

  • In a lead storage battery

    A
    `PbO_(2)` is reduced to `PbSO_(4)` at the cathode.
    B
    Pb is oxidised to `PbSO_4` at the anode.
    C
    Both electrodes are immersed in the same aqueous solution of `H_2 SO_4`.
    D
    All the above are true.
  • Lead storage battery contains

    A
    Pb rod as anode
    B
    Pb rod as cathode
    C
    Pb plants coated with `PbO_(2)` act as cathode
    D
    electrolyte is `H_(2)SO_(4)`
  • The acid used in lead storage battery is

    A
    Nitric acid
    B
    Sulphuric acid
    C
    Hydrochloric acid
    D
    Phosphoric acid
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