Battery Knowledge Flashcard

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What is a sustainable energy solution?

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Sodium-ion and solid-state batteries are considered sustainable energy solutions.

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What environmental impact is associated with mining for battery materials?

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Mining for battery materials can harm the environment and ecosystems.

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What is an oxidation-reduction reaction in batteries?

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It is a reaction where one substance loses electrons and another gains electrons.

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Do batteries store chemical energy? (True/False)

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True

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What is one action to support new battery technologies?

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Advocate for sustainable energy solutions.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a device that stores chemical energy and converts it to electrical energy.

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What are sodium-ion batteries?

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Sodium-ion batteries are a type of rechargeable battery that uses sodium ions as the charge carrier.

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What are solid-state batteries?

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Solid-state batteries use a solid electrolyte instead of a liquid one, making them safer and more efficient.

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What is the main advantage of using sustainable batteries?

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They reduce environmental impact and reliance on fossil fuels.

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What is the role of electrons in a battery?

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Electrons flow from the anode to the cathode, creating an electric current.