Li-ion batteries

Question 1

How do Li-ion batteries work ?

Answer 1

Back n forth flow of Li-ions between anode and cathode

Question 2

Advantages ?

Answer 2

1) High energy density
2) Low self discharge rate
3) Less requirement of maintainance to ensure performance

Question 3

Disadvantages ?

Answer 3

1) Not as robust compared to Ni-Cd batteries
2) High cost
3) Problems of explosions due to Anode-Cathode contact