What Is an Alkaline Battery?
An alkaline battery is a type of disposable dry cell battery characterized by its use of an alkaline electrolyte. These batteries are versatile and suitable for both high-current and low-current applications, which makes them a popular choice for a wide array of electronic devices and portable gadgets.
The main components of an alkaline battery include zinc and manganese dioxide, with a potassium hydroxide gel serving as the alkaline electrolyte. This combination enables alkaline batteries to provide stable and relatively high voltage, ensuring consistent power delivery over extended use.
Alkaline batteries are widely available and versatile, making them the most commonly used type of disposable batteries, also known as primary batteries.