A Major Disadvantage of Storing Energy Using Electrochemical Batteries Is

question 42

Multiple Choice

A major disadvantage of storing energy using electrochemical batteries is that:

• A) friction eventually dissipates kinetic energy into wasted heat
• B) they can be expensive to build and maintain
• C) a great deal of energy must be spent to maintain the conditions under which energy can be stored
• D) all of these answer choices are correct

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Definitions:

Repurchased

This term refers to the buying back of a company's own shares from the marketplace, which can reduce the amount of outstanding stock on the open market.

Corporation

A legal entity that is separate from its owners, providing them with limited liability protection, and has the ability to own assets, incur liabilities, and sell stock.

Repurchased

Refers to the act of a company buying back its own shares from the marketplace, which can affect the company's stock price and earnings per share.

Treasury Stock

Shares that were issued by a company and have been repurchased from the market, but not retired.