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