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Is sulfuric acid the same as battery acid?

Well, honey, technically speaking, sulfuric acid is the main component in most car batteries, so yeah, it's a big player in what you might call "battery acid." But if you're asking if they're exactly the same thing, well, not quite. Battery acid usually refers to a diluted form of sulfuric acid used in car batteries, so it's like saying a margarita is the same as straight tequila - similar, but not quite.


What kind of acid is there in a battery?

Batteries typically contain sulfuric acid (H2SO4) as the electrolyte. This acid helps facilitate the flow of ions between the anode and cathode, allowing for the generation of electrical energy in the battery.


Can you substitute muratic acid for battery acid?

No, you should not substitute muriatic acid for battery acid. Battery acid is typically sulfuric acid, which has different properties and concentrations than muriatic acid. Substituting one for the other can damage the battery and may be dangerous.


What is the concentration of concentrated sulphuric acid?

Sulfuric acid is used because it combines with water to produce electrolytes. Inside a car battery, these electrolytes cover the battery plates,and henceforth is utilized to power the engine turnover on startup.


What acid is in battries?

Car or automotive battery acid is 30-50% sulfuric acid (H2SO4) in water. Usually the acid has a mole fraction of 29%-32% sulfuric acid, density of 1.25-1.28 kg/L and concentration of 4.2-5 mol/L. Battery acid has a pH of approximately 0.8.