Think about the parts of a lithium-ion battery and their roles in generating portable power. Then click on the hot spots to learn more.
The negative electrode of a battery. In a lithium-ion battery, this typically consists of a carbon compound, commonly graphite.
The positively or negatively charged end of a battery. Each electrode is attached to a current collector that transmits the current to the device.
A liquid or gel that conducts electricity.
A thin porous membrane that separates the anode and cathode. It enables the exchange of electrically charged ions from one side to the other.
The positive electrode of a battery. In a lithium-ion battery, this typically consists of a lithium metal oxide like LiCoO2.
The positively or negatively charged end of a battery. Each electrode is attached to a current collector that transmits the current to the device.
The negative electrode
The positive electrode.
A thin porous membrane that separates the anode and cathode. It enables the exchange of electrically charged ions from one side to the other.
A liquid or gel that conducts electricity
Reflection time: Define the function of a lithium-ion battery’s separator. Explain in your own words why it is important