Q. With reference to Sodium ion battery, consider the following statements:
1.They possess a higher capacity for contributing to global warming when compared to lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries.
2.These batteries are chosen over LFP due to sodium’s relatively lower cost compared to lithium.
3.They can be discharged to zero volts, reducing transportation costs and accidents..
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Sodium ion batteries have 45% less global warming potential compared to lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries.

Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Sodium ion batteries are chosen over LFP due to sodium’s relatively lower cost compared to lithium. They can be discharged to zero volts, reducing transportation costs and accidents.

Source: ForumIAS