The acid used in car batteries is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The acid used in car batteries is:
A. Sulphuric acid
B. Phosphoric acid
C. Nitric acid
D. Hydrochloric acid
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lead-acid batteries (used in automobiles) contain dilute sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) with specific gravity around 1.25-1.30 when fully charged. It acts as electrolyte and participates in the electrode reactions. Nitric acid is a strong oxidizing agent, HCl is not used because it would produce chlorine, phosphoric acid is in some fuel cells but not lead-acid batteries.

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The process of heating an ore in the absence of air to remove volatile impurities is called:
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B. Roasting
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Correct Answer: Option D


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Correct Answer: Option B


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Correct Answer: Option D


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