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What is an alkaline battery?

Updated: 8/10/2023
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βˆ™ 8y ago

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The "non-alkaline" battery is probably best "defined" by comparing it to the alkaline battery. Both are chemical cells, but the alkaline battery has as an electrolyte a basic solution of potassium hydroxide. (A base is often said to be "alkaline" in chemistry.) The "non-alkaline" battery uses zinc and ammonium chloride, which are acidic, as an electrolyte. The alkaline battery packs a higher chemical energy density than the "regular" or, as it is marketed, "heavy duty" or "industrial" battery. That's why it is generally more expensive and lasts longer. Use the links below to learn more.

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βˆ™ 12y ago

The main chemicals are zinc, manganese, and potassium hydroxide. Very small amounts of Mercury can be used to balance the reaction. Alkaline batteries get their name because the electrolyte (potassium hydroxide) is alkaline compared to electrolytes used in other batteries that provide the same voltage in output.

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A primary battery type that derives its energy from the reaction between zinc metal and manganese dioxide is an alkaline battery. Alkaline batteries have a greater energy capacity and longer shelf life relative to zinc-carbon batteries of the LeclanchΓ© cell or zinc chloride types, but have the same voltage. The best performing and final Duracell Alkaline Batteries are Longer than most manufactures' equivalent batteries. Try Duracell, test uns. Modern high-tech devices with extremely high-tech devices Requirements for high electricity. Shop them from Stabeto online store at best price

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βˆ™ 8y ago

An alkaline battery is a power cell with potassium hydroxide as its electrolyte.

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βˆ™ 10y ago

its made of a copper substance

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