Fuel Cells (VCE SSCE Chemistry): Quizzes
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What type of cell are fuel cells classified as?
What type of cell are fuel cells classified as?
Galvanic cell
What are the main products when hydrogen powers a fuel cell?
What are the main products when hydrogen powers a fuel cell?
Electricity, heat, and water
What dual role did fuel cells serve during NASA's Apollo missions?
What dual role did fuel cells serve during NASA's Apollo missions?
Power supply and drinking water source
Where is the anode located in a hydrogen fuel cell?
Where is the anode located in a hydrogen fuel cell?
At the hydrogen compartment
What electrolyte solution do alkaline fuel cells use?
What electrolyte solution do alkaline fuel cells use?
Potassium hydroxide (KOH)
What voltage does each individual fuel cell produce?
What voltage does each individual fuel cell produce?
Approximately 1 volt
What efficiency range do fuel cells typically achieve?
What efficiency range do fuel cells typically achieve?
40-60%
Which metal is commonly used as the anode catalyst in fuel cells?
Which metal is commonly used as the anode catalyst in fuel cells?
Platinum
How many fuel cell cars had been sold worldwide by December 2022?
How many fuel cell cars had been sold worldwide by December 2022?
Over 56,000
Why are fuel cells more efficient than thermal power stations?
Why are fuel cells more efficient than thermal power stations?
Direct chemical to electrical conversion