Lead-acid Battery (Noun)
Meaning
A battery with lead electrodes with dilute sulphuric acid as the electrolyte; each cell generates about 2 volts.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The lead-acid battery is widely used in automotive applications due to its low cost and reliability.
- A typical lead-acid battery consists of six cells connected in series to produce a total voltage of 12 volts.
- The lead-acid battery has been the dominant technology for starting and lighting systems in vehicles for over a century.
- The lead-acid battery is relatively heavy and has a limited lifespan compared to other types of batteries.
- The lead-acid battery is still widely used in backup power systems and renewable energy applications due to its low upfront cost.