Fuel Cells Quiz

What is a fuel cell primarily used for?

• Producing heat

• Storing hydrogen

• Producing electricity

• Combusting fuel

Who first developed the fuel cell?

• NASA

• G H Shoenbein

• William Grove

• Francis Thomas Bacon

What type of fuel cell uses an alkaline electrolyte?

• Polymer Electrolytic Membrane Fuel Cell

• Solid Oxide Fuel Cell

• Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cell

• Alkaline Fuel Cell

What is the main advantage of fuel cells over conventional energy sources?

• High maintenance

• High fuel costs

• High emissions

• Zero or low emissions

What is the primary reaction occurring in a fuel cell?

• Thermal reaction

• Electrochemical reaction

• Electrolysis

• Combustion

Which fuel cell type operates at high temperatures of 650ºC and above?

• Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell

• Alkaline Fuel Cell

• Solid Oxide Fuel Cell

• Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cell

What is the main disadvantage of Alkaline Fuel Cells?

• High efficiency

• Low power output

• High cost

• Susceptibility to CO2 poisoning

What is the efficiency of Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cells when used for co-generation?

• 100%

• 60%

• 85%

• 37-42%

What is the primary component of a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell?

• Alkaline solution

• Liquid electrolyte

• Solid ceramic electrolyte

• Gas electrolyte

What is the main disadvantage of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells?

• Durability issues

• Low efficiency

• High cost

• Complex design