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Something powered by household electricity rather than batteries

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Are lava lamps battery powered?

They can be, but most will be powered by a mains AC to DC transformer.


Why do you need to keep battery powered radio on hand during typhoons?

Because of emergency broadcasts by government departments. If you rely solely on mains-powered equipment, it may fail due to a power cut. battery-powered equipment is independent of the mains.


Why some things need mains electricity and others need battery?

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