A scientist is using a lithium ion battery to power her laptop. Which statement about the battery is correct?(1 point)

Question

Responses

A new substance is formed as the battery is used.

Electrons are lost to the environment when the battery is used.

Lithium atoms are created as the battery recharges.

The mass of the battery increases when it is recharged.

Answer 1

The correct statement about the lithium-ion battery is:

A new substance is formed as the battery is used.

During the discharge and recharge cycle of a lithium-ion battery, chemical reactions occur that change the structure of the materials in the battery, leading to the formation of different substances (e.g., lithium compounds). The other statements either misrepresent the chemistry of batteries or are incorrect.