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Question

When a lead storage battery is discharged

Options

A.PbSO₄ is formed

B.Pb is formed

C.SO₂ is consumed

D.H₂SO₄ is consumed

Solution

Discharging reaction
Pb(s) + PbO₂(s) + 2H₂SO₄ (aq) → 2PbSO₄(s) + 2H₂O.

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