Chapter 6 Fuel cells as a source of energy

Question 1

Absorb

Answer 1

The process of incorporating a substance into the interior of another substance or object such as the absorption of water into a sponge

Question 2

Adsorb

Answer 2

The process of sticking molecules to the surface of a solid or a liquid.

Question 3

Fuel cell

Answer 3

The type of electrochemical cell in which the reactants are supplied continuously, allowing continuous generation of electrical energy

Question 4

Primary cell

Answer 4

A galvanic cell which is non-rechargeable because the products of the reaction migrate away from the electrodes.

Question 5

Secondary cell

Answer 5

An accumulator or rechargeable cell. Recharging is possible because the products formed as a result of the discharge reactions stay in contact with the electrodes in a convertible form.

Question 6

Steam reforming

Answer 6

A process which produces hydrogen, carbon monoxide or other useful products from hydrocarbon fuels such as natural gas