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It's function is to provide a 'path' for electrons to flow between the positive and negative terminals. Without the acid, the plates attached to the terminals would simply be surrounded by air - which would not conduct electricity.

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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.


Can you replace battery acid with vinegar?

No, it is not safe to replace battery acid with vinegar. Battery acid and vinegar have different chemical properties and vinegar will not be able to provide the same function as battery acid in a battery. It is important to use the specified type of acid recommended by the manufacturer for the battery to function properly and safely.


Is battery acid strong or week?

Battery acid, which is usually sulfuric acid in lead-acid batteries, is considered to be strong because it is highly corrosive and can cause severe chemical burns upon contact with skin. It is important to handle it with care and use appropriate safety precautions when working with battery acid.


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.


Can hydrochloric acid be used in battery?

Depends on your battery. In a lead-acid battery, like a 12V you find in most cars, sulfuric acid is used because hydrochloric acid will not form Pb304 (lead oxide). Pencil batteries are alkaline batteries and use a base instead of acid. However some batteries might accept HCL, just not most.

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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.


Can you use battery acid for acne?

No.


Is hydrochloric acid use for car battery?

No, sulphuric acid is used.


What is a battery acid?

A battery acid is a variety of acid used as an electrolyte in a battery - usually sulphuric acid.


Can you use hydrochloric acid in car battery?

No. The correct acid used in car batteries is Sulfuric Acid and it is a special battery formulation. Hydrochloric acid will destroy the plates over night.


Can you replace battery acid with vinegar?

No, it is not safe to replace battery acid with vinegar. Battery acid and vinegar have different chemical properties and vinegar will not be able to provide the same function as battery acid in a battery. It is important to use the specified type of acid recommended by the manufacturer for the battery to function properly and safely.


Is battery acid strong or week?

Battery acid, which is usually sulfuric acid in lead-acid batteries, is considered to be strong because it is highly corrosive and can cause severe chemical burns upon contact with skin. It is important to handle it with care and use appropriate safety precautions when working with battery acid.


What liquid does a wet cell battery use?

sulphuric acid


What type of acid is used in vehicle battery?

Conventional auto batteries use sulphuric acid.


Is regular battery acid the same for golf cart batteries?

If you mean regular battery acid like the batteries in automobiles, then yes, it is. Oh, and some of us use the term electrolyte instead of battery acid. It's a mixture of water and sulfuric acid.


What is the liquid inside of a battery?

car batteries use sulphuric acid


Could you use muriatic acid for your car battery?

No, sulfuric only