Der Nernst equation quantifies the reversible elektromotorische Kraft (EMF) or open-circuit voltage of a fuel cell under non-standard conditions. It links the cell potential ([latex]E[/latex]) to its standard potential ([latex]E^0[/latex]), temperature, and the activities (approximated by partial pressures) of reactants and products. The equation is [latex]E = E^0 – frac{RT}{nF} ln Q[/latex], where Q is the reaction quotient.

















