Fuel cells Flashcards

(4 cards)

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Q

What are fuel cells supplied by?

A

an external source of fuel ( eg hydrogen) and oxygen or air

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How is the fuel oxidised? What does this produce?

A

electrochemically within the fuel cell to produce a potential difference

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What does the overall reaction in a hydrogen fuel cell involve?

A

the oxidation of hydrogen to produce water

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What do hydrogen fuel cells offer?

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a potential to rechargeable cells and batteries

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