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Fuel Cells

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What is Fuel Cells?

A fuel cell is an electrochemical device that converts chemical energy directly into electrical energy through the reaction of a fuel (typically hydrogen) with an oxidant (typically oxygen), without combustion. Unlike batteries, fuel cells continuously produce electricity as long as fuel and oxidant are supplied, with water being the primary by-product of hydrogen fuel cells. They are highly efficient, clean energy devices used in transportation, stationary power generation, and portable electronics.

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A fuel cell is an electrochemical device that converts chemical energy directly into electrical energy through the reaction of a fuel (typically hydrogen) with an oxidant (typically oxygen), without combustion. Unlike batteries, fuel cells continuously produce electricity as long as fuel and oxidant are supplied, with water being the primary by-product of hydrogen fuel cells. They are highly efficient, clean energy devices used in transportation, stationary power generation, and portable electronics.

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