C7 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the electrolyte for a hydrogen oxygen fuel cell
A
an alkaline such as potassium hydroxide solution
2
Q
What is supplied as a fuel to the negative electrode
A
Hydrogen gas
3
Q
What is the equation for the negative electrode
A
2H2 + 4OH- —> 4H2O + 4e-
4
Q
What is the equation for the positive electrode
A
O2 + H2O + 4e- —> 4OH-
5
Q
What is the overall equation for the hydrogen oxygen fuel cell
A
2H2 + O2 —> 2H2O
6
Q
What is the waste product from an hydrogen oxygen fuel cell
A
water