Energy Generated

from a Battery
Learning Objectives

Solve the energy produced using the potential

generated in each type of the battery.
 Alkaline Batteries: 1.5V

▪ Same voltage (AAA → D)

▪ Larger cells have a greater CAPACITY

The ability to sustain the flow of electrons longer

because they contain more material
(in the units of mAh or milliampere hour)

C: 3800 mAh
AA: 1100 mAh
AAA: 540 mAh
 𝐸 =𝑃∙𝑡 =𝑉∙𝐼∙𝑡
Where: I = current in amperes Important Conversions:
V = emf or cell potential in volts
1 J = 1 V•C
P = power expressed in watts
t = time in seconds 1 C/sec = 1 A
E = energy in joules 1 J = 1 V •A •sec

Problem: Calculate the energy produced by an AA battery. C: 3800 mAh

1A 3600 s 1J AA: 1100 mAh
E = 1.5 V 1100mAh AAA: 540 mAh
1000 mA 1hr 1V∙A∙sec
E = 5940 J