Electrochemistry, Rechargeable Batteries and Fuel Cells

IMPORTANT

Electrochemistry, Rechargeable Batteries and Fuel Cells: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Semiconductors, Lithium Ion Batteries, Electrical Batteries, Nernst's Equation, Lead Storage Battery, Concentration Cells, Advantages of Lithium Ion Batteries, Microbial fuel cells and, Nickel-Cadmium Storage Cell

Important Questions on Electrochemistry, Rechargeable Batteries and Fuel Cells

MEDIUM
IMPORTANT

Using the Nernst equation, calculate emf of the following cell at 298 K:

Crs  Cr3+0.1 M  Fe2+0.01M Fes

Given that,

ECr3+/Cr=-0.75 VEFe2+/Fe=-0.45 V

2.303RTF=0.0591V

MEDIUM
IMPORTANT

Discuss the relation between free energy and EMF.

MEDIUM
IMPORTANT

Discuss conjugated system by giving example.

EASY
IMPORTANT

Which of the following has the highest energy density?

EASY
IMPORTANT

Among methanol fuel cell and lithium-ion battery, which has higher energy density?

EASY
IMPORTANT

In alkali fuel cell, OH- ions migrate towards the cathode and produce water on reaction with H+ ions.

EASY
IMPORTANT

Name the electrolyte used in alkali fuel cell.

EASY
IMPORTANT

Nickel-cadmium battery has high internal resistance allows for a quick recharge time.

EASY
IMPORTANT

Write two advantages of Nickel-cadmium battery.

EASY
IMPORTANT

The charge specific density of lithium-ion battery is less compared to lead-acid battery.

EASY
IMPORTANT

Write any three advantages of lithium-ion battery.

MEDIUM
IMPORTANT

Write the charging and discharging reactions occuring in the lithium ion battery.

EASY
IMPORTANT

Name the anode and cathode used in lithium-ion batteries.

MEDIUM
IMPORTANT

Select whether the following statement is True or False:

A typical lead-acid battery is an example of a primary electrochemical cell or non-rechargeable battery.

MEDIUM
IMPORTANT

Write a short note on the classification of electrical batteries.

EASY
IMPORTANT

Why longer conjugated systems absorbing light of longer wavelength?

EASY
IMPORTANT

Molecules with _____ bonds can absorb visible light, with longer conjugated systems absorbing light of longer wavelength. (conjugated/non-conjugated)

EASY
IMPORTANT

Give the fuel used in the microbial fuel cells.

EASY
IMPORTANT

Explain the microbial fuel cells?

EASY
IMPORTANT

_____ is the ratio of the Gibbs energy change to the enthalpy change.