In a lead storage battery during discharge, what is the oxidation state of lead in the cathode product?
Cathode: PbO₂ + SO₄²⁻ + 4H⁺ + 2e⁻ → PbSO₄ + 2H₂O . In PbSO₄, Pb = +2.
Ref: NCERT Class 12 Chemistry > Chapter 2: Electrochemistry > Topic: Batteries - Primary Secondary and Fuel Cells