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What statement is true concerning the specific gravity of the electrolyte solution in a lead-acid battery?

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What statement is true concerning the specific gravity of the electrolyte solution in a lead-acid battery?

🔍 Key Concepts

• Specific gravity as a measure of density compared to fresh water (which is about 1.000) • How the electrolyte in a lead-acid battery changes between charged and discharged states • Use of a hydrometer to check battery condition

💭 Think About

• Think about what happens to the sulfuric acid and water mixture in the battery when it is being charged versus when it is being discharged. • Ask yourself: if we use a hydrometer to check a battery, what information are we usually trying to find out? • Look at the numerical value in option A and compare it to what you would expect for a safe, realistic battery electrolyte specific gravity.

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify whether specific gravity increases, decreases, or stays the same as the battery discharges. • Check if any option incorrectly claims that specific gravity does not change during charging or discharging. • Consider which statement best matches the normal use of specific gravity readings in routine battery maintenance.

Question 1 of 27070

What statement is true concerning the specific gravity of the electrolyte solution in a lead-acid battery?

the specific gravity would read close to 1.830 when discharged

the specific gravity remains the same during discharge

the specific gravity gives an indication of the state of charge of the battery

the specific gravity is not affected during charging

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What statement is true concerning the specific gravity of the electrolyte solution in a lead-acid battery?

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Question 1 of 27070

What statement is true concerning the specific gravity of the electrolyte solution in a lead-acid battery?