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sulfation

sulfation

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A build-up of sulfate crystals on battery plates that reduces battery power
  • noun
  • /sʌlˈfeɪʃən/
  • Specialized
: sulfatación
  • If sulfation occurs in a lead-acid battery, it can reduce the battery's overall performance.

Examples

  • If sulfation occurs in a car battery, it can lead to a significant loss of power.

  • Regular maintenance can help prevent sulfation and extend the life of your battery.

  • Technicians checked the battery for signs of sulfation before recommending a replacement.

  • The sulfation process can significantly reduce battery efficiency.

  • Excessive sulfation leads to early battery failure.

  • Technicians found sulfation on the battery plates, which contributed to its decreased power output.

  • Preventing sulfation is crucial for maintaining the efficiency and longevity of your battery.

Surface Forms

sulfation singular
sulfations plural

Morphology

sulfation = sulfate (transparent) = sulfate + ation

Denotes the process or accumulation of sulfate (crystal) formation, a direct nominalization of 'sulfate'.

Etymology

Sulfation comes from sulfur and the ending -ation, so it literally means 'the formation of sulfate'. In a battery, sulfation is the build-up of 'sulfate' crystals on the plates, and that is why it makes the battery lose power.