Ch. 8 | Energy Storage

In this chapter, we will describe the components, operating principles, and safety considerations for various types of batteries. We will also describe the environmental impacts of their production and end-of-use practices. Here you will find the videos, simulations, and articles for both the 10th Edition and the 2024 Release:

Chapter 8 Opening Video

This video sets the stage for what students will learn about batteries in Chapter 8.

Green Chemistry

This ACS Reactions video explains why the Statue of Liberty is green.

Ohm's Law

This video explains Ohm's law using real-life examples, rather than using an analogy like in Figure 8.5.

Galvanic Cell

This video explains and shows how a redox reaction is used to make a galvanic cell, which is illustrated in Figure 8.10.

Cell Phone Battery Life

This ACS Reactions video explains how you can make your cell phone battery last longer.

Exploding Smartphones

This ACS Reactions video talks about how Li-ion batteries can explode.

PEM Fuel Cell

The animation shows the parts of a PEM fuel cell and will help you answer Your Turn 8.13.

Redox Reaction

This video shows a series of metals in solution; one results in a redox reaction.

Chapter 8 Opening Video

This video sets the stage for what students will learn about batteries in Chapter 8.

Green Chemistry

This ACS Reactions video explains why the Statue of Liberty is green.

Ohm's Law

This video explains Ohm's law using real-life examples, rather than using an analogy.

Galvanic Cell

This video explains and shows how a redox reaction is used to make a galvanic cell, which is illustrated in Figure 8.9.

How do Li-ion Batteries Work?

This video describes how Li-ion batteries work and how to extend their lifetime.

Cell Phone Battery Life

This ACS Reactions video explains how you can make your cell phone battery last longer.

Exploding Smartphones

This ACS Reactions video talks about how Li-ion batteries can explode.

Real Talk: Dr. Pomerantseva

Check out this interview with Ekaterina Pomerantseva who describes her work on developing new materials for next-generation batteries.

Supercapacitor Myths

This article describes various myths about supercapacitors and compares batteries and supercapacitors.

PEM Fuel Cell

The animation shows the parts of a PEM fuel cell and will help you answer Your Turn 8.11.

Build Your Own Electrolytic Cell

This video describes how to build your own battery or electrolytic cell.