Which outcome reduces the efficiency of proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells when exposed to high CO concentrations?

💡 Explanation

Electrode surface poisoning occurs because chemisorption of CO on platinum electrocatalyst sites blocks H₂ adsorption, inhibiting the hydrogen oxidation reaction. Because hydrogen oxidation is required for current platinum performance declines, therefore cell voltaic efficiency drops more than structural degradation.

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