Understanding Automotive Batteries

What is a battery made of?

• Thin lead plate grids filled with a paste of active material

• Copper wires and sulfuric acid

• Plastic casing and water

• Iron plates and oil

What factors affect the lifespan of a car battery?

• Driving frequency, journey length, and temperature

• Color of the battery

• Type of car

• Brand of the battery

What happens to the active material in a battery when it is charged and discharged?

• It slowly disintegrates

• It increases in volume

• It becomes solid

• It evaporates

What is sulfation in relation to car batteries?

• Crystals forming on lead plates

• Overcharging the battery

• Using the wrong type of battery

• Cooling the battery too quickly

What can extreme temperatures do to a car battery?

• Accelerate chemical reactions and shorten life

• Make it last longer

• Have no effect

• Increase its weight

What is the average life of an automotive battery?

• 3 to 5 years

• 1 to 2 years

• 5 to 7 years

• 10 years