battery acid
Definition
Noun: 1. Dilute sulfuric acid used in storage batteries: This is the primary chemical solution, a diluted form of sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄), that serves as the electrolyte in lead-acid batteries, such as those found in cars. It facilitates the electrochemical reaction that stores and releases electrical energy.
Usage
- Noun:
- Always wear protective gloves and goggles when handling battery acid.
- The mechanic checked the level of the battery acid in each cell.
Advanced Usage
- As a specific chemical term: In technical and industrial contexts, "battery acid" refers precisely to an aqueous solution of sulfuric acid, typically at a concentration around 30-50% by weight for use in lead-acid batteries.
- The proper specific gravity of battery acid is critical for optimal battery performance.
Variants and Related Words
- Electrolyte (noun): A more general term for a substance that produces an electrically conducting solution. Battery acid is a specific type of electrolyte.
- Sulfuric acid (noun): The concentrated, pure chemical (H₂SO₄). Battery acid is a diluted and less hazardous form of this acid.
Synonyms
- Electrolyte solution (in the context of lead-acid batteries)
- Dilute sulfuric acid
Related Phrases
- Battery electrolyte: A more formal or technical term for the same substance.
- The service included testing and refilling the battery electrolyte.
Noun
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dilute sulfuric acid used in storage batteries
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