Battery Technology — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements about Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries is/are correct? 1. They generally have a higher energy density compared to lead-acid batteries. 2. They are prone to a phenomenon called 'memory effect'. 3. Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistry offers better thermal stability than Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) chemistry. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements regarding India's Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022: 1. The rules introduce the concept of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for battery producers. 2. They mandate the use of only pyrometallurgical processes for battery recycling. 3. The rules aim to promote the use of recycled materials in the production of new batteries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of a Battery Management System (BMS) in an electric vehicle battery pack?

Consider the following pairs: 1. Energy Density: Amount of energy stored per unit volume. 2. Power Density: Rate at which energy can be delivered per unit mass. 3. C-rate: Number of charge-discharge cycles a battery can withstand. Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Which of the following statements best describes the primary advantage of Solid-State Batteries over traditional Lithium-ion batteries with liquid electrolytes?