Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Hydrogen–oxygen fuel cells

Hydrogen–oxygen fuel cells — practice question

Hydrogen-oxygen fuel cells may be used to drive cars. Platinum acts as a catalyst. The energy produced per gram for three fuels is shown. Which statement is correct and is an advantage of a hydrogen-oxygen fuel cell?

  • AHydrogen is difficult to store.
  • BHydrogen produces less energy per gram than methane or petrol.
  • CPlatinum is rare and expensive.
  • DThe only product is water.

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