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  4. The oxide of lead used in lead accumulators is :

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Q. The oxide of lead used in lead accumulators is :

The p-Block Elements

Solution:

$PbO_2 $ is a strong oxidising agent and is produced in situ in lead storage batteries. The anode is oxidized to $PbO_2 $ and cathode is reduced to spongy $Pb$.