---
title: How do rechargeable lithium-ion work
description: Batteries work on the principle of moving electrons and ions between 2 terminals, the cathode (positive) and anode (negative), separated by an electrolyte.
---

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# [How do rechargeable lithium-ion work](https://blog.discoverbattery.com/how-do-rechargeable-lithium-ion)

 Written by [Matthew Campbell](https://blog.discoverbattery.com/author/matthew-campbell) | May 30, 2023 6:00:00 PM

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