Fuel Cell Summary:

Fuel Cell - A fuel cell is a electrochemical energy conversion device which is used to covert hydrogen and oxygen into water, producing heat and electricity.

How do Fuel Cells Work: (Please read the text that appears below the PEM Fuel Cell image to understand the function of a fuel cell.)

The chemical reaction:

Anode: 2H2 ---> 4H+ + 4e-
Cathode: 4e- + 4H+ + O2 ---> 2H2O
Overall: 2H2+ O2 ---> 2H2O

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