Hydrogen Fuel Cell

Chemistry: AQA GCSE Higher, topic 5.2.6

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  • What is the overall equation for a hydrogen fuel cell?

  • Which reactant is added to which electrode in hydrogen fuel cells?

  • According to the cathode half equation O2 + 4H+ + 4e- → 2H2O, how many hydrogen ions react with one oxygen molecule at the cathode?

  • Why do hydrogen ions move through the electrolyte from the anode to the cathode in a hydrogen fuel cell?

  • What does the equation 2H2 + O2 → 2H2O show about the amount of oxygen needed compared to hydrogen in a hydrogen fuel cell?

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