Which of the following acids serves as an electrolyte in a lead storage battery? (1) Sulphuric acid (2) Lactic acid (3) Hydrochloric acid (4) Nitric acid

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(1) Sulphuric acid Explanation: Dilute sulfuric acid (H2SO4) serves as the electrolyte in a lead-acid battery. Dilute sulfuric acid used for lead acid battery has ratio (to water) of 3:1 other components of the battery include: Lead peroxide (PbO2) and Sponge lead (Pb).

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