Matter Interactions Online Practice

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

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

A new substance is formed as the battery is used.
A new substance is formed as the battery is used.

Lithium atoms are created as the battery recharges.
Lithium atoms are created as the battery recharges.

The mass of the battery increases when it is recharged.

Answer 1

The correct statement regarding a lithium-ion battery is:

A new substance is formed as the battery is used.

When a lithium-ion battery is used, chemical reactions occur that involve the movement of lithium ions and electrons, leading to the formation of different chemical species. It's important to note that while the overall mass of the battery remains constant (the mass does not increase when recharged), the specific chemical compounds involved change during the discharge and charging processes.