In a lead-acid battery, separators are provided
(A) To reduce the tendency for polarization
(B) To facilitate flow of current
(C) To reduce the internal resistance
(D) To avoid internal Short circuit
Ans: (D) To avoid internal Short circuit
Explanation:
1. These are thin plates of porous insulating material like rubber.
2. These are placed between the main plates to avoid a short circuit amongst themselves.
3. The main plates are placed close to reduce the internal resistance.
