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Lead Acid

1. Noun - Chemistry

A type of battery that uses lead plates immersed in sulfuric acid as the electrolyte.

Example sentence:

The lead acid battery is commonly used in automobiles for starting, lighting, and ignition.

2. Adjective - Popular Usage

Referring to or related to a type of battery or battery technology that utilizes lead acid as the primary component.

Example sentence:

Lead acid batteries are widely used in backup power systems due to their affordability and reliability.

3. Adjective - Local Usage

In the context of a specific region or locality, lead acid can refer to the prevalence of lead-acid batteries as a power source.

Example sentence:

In this remote village, lead acid is the primary source of power for homes and businesses.