third-dimensional, three-d. Other synonyms: abstract, accessible, aesthetic, angular, apparent, artistic, asymmetrical,
If the battery is disposable, it will produce electricity until it runs out of reactants (same chemical potential on both electrodes). These batteries only work in one direction, transforming chemical energy to electrical energy. But in other types of batteries, the reaction can be reversed.
Disposable alkaline batteries are classed as primary batteries; manufacturers do not support recharging, and warn that it may be dangerous. Despite this advice, alkaline batteries have successfully been recharged, and suitable chargers have been available. The capacity of a recharged alkaline battery declines with number of recharges, until it becomes unusable after typically about ten cycles.