According to the FAA, in both cases the batteries had leaked electrolyte fluid and there had been smoke damage to parts of the aircraft.

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Last week, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said both batteries had leaked electrolyte fluid, and there had been smoke damage to parts of the aircraft.

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Two weeks ago the US Federal Aviation Administration said both batteries had leaked electrolyte fluid, and there had been smoke damage to parts of the aircraft.

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After the incidents involving the JAL and All Nippon Airways planes, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said both the batteries had leaked electrolyte fluid and there had been smoke damage to parts of the aircraft.

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They were then dipped in an electrolyte - a fluid containing ions, electrically charged atoms.

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Consumption of beverages containing electrolytes and carbohydrates can help sustain fluid-electrolyte balance and exercise performance.

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In the other studies, there was no evidence of adverse effects on kidney and liver function, no reports of light-headedness or loss of consciousness, no evidence of fluid or electrolyte loss that might contribute to heat stroke.

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In standard electrolysis, the compound to be broken up is dissolved in a fluid called an electrolyte.

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