1) The reaction between hydrogen and oxygen is the basis of energy production in a number of fuel cells
An alkaline electrolyte is used in a particular hydrogen/oxygen fuel cell.
a) Write a balanced half-equation for the reaction occurring at the
i. cathode
ii. anode.
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2) What is the maximum voltage predicted for one alkaline hydrogen/oxygen fuel cell under standard conditions?
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b) Much of the hydrogen used in fuel cells is produced from methane.
Explain why methane generated by biomass is a renewable fuel while methane derived from fossil fuels is not.
