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Since there are no significant amounts of free hydrogen, it should be considered more of an energy storage than an energy source. In other words, it takes energy to separate water into hydrogen and oxygen; you get that energy back when the hydrogen is burned.

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Fuel cells rely primarily on what element for their energy source?

Fuel cells primarily rely on hydrogen as their energy source. Hydrogen gas is fed into the fuel cell where it reacts with oxygen to produce electricity, heat, and water as byproducts.


What is the principal source of stellar energy?

The principal source of stellar energy is nuclear fusion, where hydrogen atoms combine to form helium in the core of a star. This process releases immense amounts of energy in the form of light and heat.


Is hydrogen a source of energy?

It most certainly is. I can get an engine to run on hydrogen. All that is produced at the tail pipe is water vapor and carbon dioxide. When hydrogen and oxygen combine and a ignition source is present, water is formed along with a powerful explosion. Oxygen and Hydrogen are very volatile and are dangerous to combine without a controlled environment. The interesting thing is that Oxygen and Hydrogen combine to form water. What do firemen use to put out a fire? Oxygen and Hydrogen or H2O. If someone can figure out how to release hydrogen from water cheaply, you could power a car off water.


What are the potential applications and benefits of using dry hydrogen as a clean energy source?

Dry hydrogen has potential applications as a clean energy source in various sectors such as transportation, electricity generation, and industrial processes. Benefits include reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved air quality, energy security, and potential for renewable energy integration.


What is major source of energy that contains carbon oxygen and hydrogen?

The major source of energy that contains carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen is carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are organic compounds found in foods like fruits, vegetables, grains, and sugary foods, and they are broken down by the body to produce energy for cellular functions.

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Why is hydrogen an excellent energy source?

It isn't - there are no large deposits of hydrogen anywhere. Hydrogen can be used for energy STORAGE.


Is Hydrogen a renewable or nonrenewable energy source?

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What type of energy is the sun's energy source?

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What does the sun use as it's source of energy?

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Why is hydrogen a renewable fuel?

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What is the sun's source of energy?

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What is the largest source of potential energy in the universe?

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What is good about hydrogen as a fuel?

cleanest energy source.


What energy source is the most in the US?

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What source of the sun's energy is?

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