Typical compositions of nickelmetal hydride (NiMH) batteries are shown below: (a) Write equations to show the processes

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Typical compositions of nickel–metal hydride (NiMH) batteries are shown below:

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(a) Write equations to show the processes at the anode and cathode during charging and discharging a NiMH cell. 

(b) What is the overall cell reaction? Confirm that the changes in oxidation states for reduction and oxidation reactions balance. 

(c) What role does the mixture of f-block elements in the battery play? 

(d) Why is Fe needed in the battery?

(e) During battery recycling, suggest a method of recovering Co and Ni.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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