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Lead–acid battery

technology Maturity 11-13

Some batteries can be used again.

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This is a special kind of battery. It helps start cars. It can also power lights. It can take a long time to fill up.
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Do you have a battery in your toys?

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File:VRLA Overcharged using 12v 10A charger - Acid boiled out - case bulged and swelled.JPG
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Sulfated Anode plate at right side from...
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Recycling lead in a lead-acid battery...
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