Hydrogen fuel cells: the future of transport?

A photograph of a transparent blue hydrogen fuel cell in a laboratory, connected to a power source

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Discover practical experiments, demonstrations and worksheets to help 11–16 year olds explore the use of hydrogen as an alternative fuel for transport.

In this set of activities, students learn about chemical ideas relating to energy and the use of hydrogen fuel cells. Designed for 11–16 year olds, the resources explore a key alternative to fossil fuels in the familiar context of transport, and include practical experiments, demonstrations and worksheets with questions. Stimulate and engage your students as they develop and apply their understanding of:

  • What happens when hydrogen and oxygen react to make water
  • How hydrogen fuel cells work
  • The process for splitting water to produce hydrogen and oxygen

Each activity includes instructions for students, as well as editable worksheets and resources available for download.

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