How do fuel cells work. What are the costs. What are location reqirments and limitation. What are the amounts of energy that it can greate and what are the general advantages and disadvantages
Fuel cells are basically chemical compounds in a container that carry the potential to give electricity. Once they are triggered, eg a circuit is completed, they give off or provide electricity for as long as the fuel or chemical compound lasts. An example is a car battery. Advantages 1) they are portable 2) do not give emmissions 3) Are silent. Disadvantages 1) expensive 2) heavy 3) give limited electricity 4) may be hazardous so disposal of exhausted fuel cell can be enviromental issue.
