Subjective Type

Answer the following questions State two advantages of $$ H_2 - O_2 $$ fuel cell over ordinary cell .

Solution

Advantages of fuel cell :

a. It is a pollution-free device since no harmful products are formed.
b. Its efficiency is about $$ 75 $$ % which is considerably higher than conventional cells.
c. It is a continuous source of energy if the supply of gases is maintained. (Any Two)


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