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When left unused, some batteries discharge quickly and some do not. This is true of both single use batteries and rechargeable batteries.

Discharge is a chemical reaction and chemical reactions are slower at lower temperatures. Refrigerated batteries are stored at a lower temperature, so some types of batteries will keep their charge better if stored in a refrigerator.

In addition to the chemical reactions that provide the voltage for battery function, there can be other reactions with the atmosphere that deteriorate the chemical composition of the battery. This can depend very much on the manufacture of the battery. If the battery is well made, then extraneous chemical reactions to battery materials from the air will be minimized by a well designed casing.

While there does not seem to be much careful data on the subject, there are at least some reasons to support a benefit from refrigeration. Even so, variations in manufacturers is likely to have a significant effect as well.

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refrigerating batteries helps keep the energy into the battery when not using it

For alkaline batteries (the most common kind of household battery), putting them in the freezer will extend their shelf life by less than 5%. And cold batteries can't be used immediately -- you have to wait until they've warmed up to room temperature first.

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Energizer says that modern batteries don't need to be stored in refrigerators.They recommend storing them at room temperature.Makers of lithium batteries call this an old wives tale.However other sources seem to indicate that they do keep longer.It's apparently something that can be argued.

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yes This answer is not correct. Please note accompanying discussion and the associated hyperlink to a science fair study. Dea. Steve Johnson

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Yes, the chemical process that supplies power is slowed down during the refrigeration process. For longest life, you should allow batteries to warm to room temp before using them though.

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No. Actually by having batteries in a cool environment it actually makes the battery life less than what it should be, therefore shortening the battery life.

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Yes, and the degree to which they are extended depends on the type of battery; alkaline batteries being the least affected, NiMH batteries being the most.

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Storing batteries in the refrigerator is an old wives tale. It is not recommended to store batteries in the fridge or freezer.

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