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It actually is based upon temperature-----. Batteries are insulated in a plastic or rubber case, so electricity leaking to the cement is not in the question. Even more so, batteries normally sit in a metal tray in a car. If battery leakage were to occur, it surely would sitting on metal.
The actual cause is temperature difference between the top of the battery and the bottom. The specific gravity of the electrolyte changes with temperature. Therefore the specific gravity of the electrolyte is less at the top of the cell and more at the bottom. As measuring the specific gravity tells the state of charge of the cell, the cell has more of a charge at the top of the cell than the bottom. This causes an internal current drain inside the plastic battery case.
All batteries will discharge no matter where they are sitting when not being used. This is called "Shelf Life". A battery will not be damaged by sitting on a concrete floor versus sitting on wood. You will just have to charge it up to use it. It should be noted that a lead acid battery will eventually sulfate the longer it is discharged. Sulfation is not fully reversible.
People who believe that a battery is ruined by sitting on a concrete floor don't realize that probably the battery was acting up to begin with and was removed from a vehicle because it was going bad. After sitting on a concrete floor for a period of time, they try to charge the battery and find it bad. Therefore the conclusion was that the concrete floor ruined the battery instead of the battery getting plain worn out from usage in a vehicle.
It is all due to temperature and nothing else.
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Do batteries lose their charge over the years you don't use them?
yes
Can you store batteries without them losing their charge?
No they lose some of its power over time. it depends on the type of the battery. rechargeable lose more of there charge that normal battery's.
What is the difference between small and big baterry?
small battery can lose charge fast,and big batteries can loose charge at large time
Why do car batteries lose charge?
Dead cell in the battery or something is on pulling power from the battery. Light or relay.
Why do AA batteries lose charge?
We know that AA batteries (or any others) lose charge because energy is taken out of them with use. The chemical reactions that generate the voltage occur, and this "uses up" the energy in the cell. This is the long and short of why batteries lose charge, and you can see it if you think it through. We can also see a situation where a cell loses charge when stored. No materials are perfect insulators. And lengthy storage, or storage under improper or poor circumstances will set up conditions under which leakage current could discharge a cell. Plain and simple.
What makes lithium ion batteries better?
Lithium ion batteries are supposed to last longer than nickel batteries. They do not lose charge for up to 10 years in their packaging, and they last longer while in use as well.
What does it mean when you charge your tablet all night and it still has low batteries?
Rechargeable batteries lose their effectiveness over time. You could try discharging the battery completely and then recharging. However it is likely you may need a new battery.
Why do batteries lose their charge on cement floors?
They don't. That is an old myth. The only kernel of truth comes from the floor usually being colder and a cold battery will have less power. If concrete allows electricity to "leak" out of the battery, then the battery sitting on a metal tray in most cars,trucks, and part stores would kill every battery out there.
Do batteries waste energy when not being used?
Batteries do not waste energy when not being used; however, they may slowly lose their charge over time due to self-discharge. It is recommended to store batteries in a cool place with partial charge to maximize their lifespan.
What makes batteries lose their usefulness?
By using them to much.
Why do batteries stop working?
Batteries can stop working due to factors such as chemical reactions within the battery leading to depletion of its energy storage capacity, damage to the internal components from overcharging or extreme temperatures, or simply reaching the end of their lifespan. Rechargeable batteries may also lose their ability to hold a charge over time due to repeated charge and discharge cycles.
Can you prolong battery life by storage in refrigerator?
No not really. But it depends on the type of battery you are using. Basically the only battery that you can get more use out of if you put it in the refrigerator is NiMH and Nicad batteries, (mostly used for electronics) because those kinds of batteries lose their charge after a few days. So if you keep them in the fridge they will retain 90% charge for months. But other then that, putting batteries in the freezer or fridge is not recommended. Also, if you put batteries in the fridge, when you take them out you have to wait until the warm up a bit before you use them.
