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How do alkaline batteries work to power electronic devices?

Alkaline batteries work by converting chemical energy into electrical energy. The battery contains an alkaline electrolyte, typically potassium hydroxide, which reacts with a zinc anode and a manganese dioxide cathode to generate electricity. This flow of electrons powers the electronic device connected to the battery.


Can alkaline batteries be recharged?

NO! Please do not attempt this.Unless a battery/cell of any type is specifically listed as being rechargeable, do not attempt to recharge. Nonchargeable batteries of all types which are subjected to abnormal charging can out gas hydrogen. If this gas is allowed to build up to about 30% concentration within the cell casing or a battery case, all that is needed for an explosion or fire is a small electrostatic spark. The warnings on these batteries are for real.Now, if you have a rechargeable battery, make sure you are using the correct charger and you follow directions. Otherwise you may end up with the same result. Warnings about not mixing old new batteries in one device are also a big problem. There are many technical reasons for this. Suffice it to say, read and follow the warnings.As battery technology continues to improve with higher and higher power densities, the danger of fire and explosion also increases. Maybe you've heard about cell phone explosions or laptop fires.This is not urban legend.


Can lead acid battery work as alkaline battery?

Perhaps it would be possible to replace an alkaline battery with a lead acid battery of the same voltage and current capacity. BUT the construction, size, and chemistry of the two types are totally different.


How do nickel-cadmium batteries work?

Nickel-cadmium batteries work with normal anode and cathode principles, similar to how all batteries work. Nickel hydroxide is used as the anode, and cadmium is used for the cathode. The chemical reaction which describes how the battery works is as follows: 2NiO(OH) + Cd + 2H2O --> 2Ni(OH)2 + Cd(OH)2. The key thing to notice in that reaction is that the battery's electrolyte, potassium hydroxide (KOH), is not consumed. That, plus the fact that the reaction can work just fine going in the opposite direction, make NiCd batteries not only rechargeable, but long-lived as well.


What is in a AAA alkaline battery?

An AAA alkaline battery typically contains a zinc anode, manganese dioxide cathode, and potassium hydroxide electrolyte. These components work together to generate electricity by a chemical reaction within the battery.

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What batteries work best in the WII remotes?

Rechargeable alkaline batteries work the best in WII remotes. This is because they are rechargeable, which saves you money in the long run. Alkaline batteries are also the only type of batteries that are recommended in the owner's manual.


What battery alkaline or rechargeable for a computer mouse?

Use the battery recommended by the manufacturer in the owner's manual for the wireless mouse. This might be alkaline, lithium, nicad rechargeable, nickel metal hydride rechargeable, lithium rechargable, etc.


If I use rechargable batteries will my cdigital camera work the same as it would wil akaline batteries?

The main difference between alkaline and rechargeable batteries is that alkalines tend to last longer, but rechargeables are a better value.


How do alkaline batteries work to power electronic devices?

Alkaline batteries work by converting chemical energy into electrical energy. The battery contains an alkaline electrolyte, typically potassium hydroxide, which reacts with a zinc anode and a manganese dioxide cathode to generate electricity. This flow of electrons powers the electronic device connected to the battery.


What happens if rechargeable batteries are not recharged for a long time?

Rechargeable batteries that are not charged for a long time will still work sufficiently. Batteries that are overcharged will damage the battery.


Can you Use Regular Batteries In Inwood Solar Lights?

I would strongly suggest the use of rechargeable batteries over conventional batteries. Non rechargeable batteries could "explode" during recharging. Any rechargeable battery will work if they are the same voltage.


Will the regular rechargeable batteries work with a guitarhero guitar?

Probably.


Can you use regular AA batteries for outdoor solar lights?

If I understand the type of light you seem to be referring to correctly, the answer is no you need rechargeable AA batteries (e.g. NiMH). Normal AA batteries (e.g. alkaline, heavy duty) are not rechargeable and can be damaged or even explodeif it is attempted to recharge them.Use only the type of batteries the instructions for such devices specify.


What are good brands for rechargeable AA batteries?

Energizer produces very high quality rechargeable AA batteries. I highly suggest them, I use them in my own electronics and they work very well.


Can you use rechargeable batteries with all electronics?

A rechargeable AA battery will work in any device that needs AA batteries.Same with AAA's


Why are lithium batteries more expensive than alkaline batteries?

They last longer and work more quickly


Can you put rechargeable batteries in the rock band guitar?

no because i have rock band and i tried it and it did not work.