Lead Acid Battery Electrochemistry Explained

A battery is a collection of one or more electrochemical cells that converts chemical energy contained within its active materials directly into electric energy. Many types of batteries are commonly used in modern day applications, and they are named by the elements that make up the electrochemical cell of the battery they include 1) Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd) 2) Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) 3) Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) 4) Lead Acid The lead-acid battery was the first rechargeable battery created by Gaston Planté in 1859 it uses lead and sulphuric acid to function. The lead is submerged into the sulphuric acid and controlled chemical reaction creates voltage potential. Components of an Electrochemical cell Anode: Oxidation occurs at the anode Cathode: Reduction occurs at the cathode. Electrodes: In order to hook up an external circuit you need have something to physically connect the wire to. There are two types of electrodes, active and inert. An Inert electrod...