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? asked in Science & MathematicsAstronomy & Space · 3 months ago

Can someone please explain why cold is bad on Li+ ion batteries; when they are used on Mars Rovers; like Curiosity?

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  • ignoramus
    Lv 7
    3 months ago
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    Well, I would presume that on the Rover they are heated to maximise efficiency.

  • Anonymous
    3 months ago

    can someone explain why you ask the same question when the answer is clearly that the batteries are insulated and heated

  • quantumclaustrophobe
    Lv 7
    3 months ago

    Colder temperatures impedes the speed at which chemical reactions occur inside the battery, which is necessary to produce current.

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