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In outer space there's no oxygen, so no combustion can take place unless you bring along your own. Hydrogen peroxide is a convenient way to do that: it's a strong oxidizing agent and it's considerably more dense than oxygen gas. You could liquify oxygen to make it more dense, of course, but then you need either stronger, thicker walls to withstand the pressure in the tank or heavy refrigeration equipment, both of which increase the weight of the rocket. Hydrogen peroxide doesn't need to be compressed or refrigerated, since it's already liquid.
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Which element is used in rocket fuel?
Hydrogen
What type of fuels are used in rockets?
The basis for almost all Walter rocket motors is hydrogen peroxide. With the chemical formula of (H2O2) it is an oxygen rich liquid which, upon decomposition, gives out heat at a rate equivalent to gunpowder. ROCKET FUEL As well as methane and diesel fuel
Where is nascent hydrogen used?
it is used in rocket fuel tank since it is very reactive....................
What is the purpose of Hydrogen Peroxide?
Hydrogen peroxide may be used as an oxidising agent in some chemical ractions.
How many volumes in hydrogen peroxide?
The volume measure used in hydrogen peroxide refers to the volume of oxygen that it produces
How is hydrogen used in rocket fuel?
it is used to rise the speed of the rocket.
Which element is used in rocket fuel?
Hydrogen
Can Hydrogen peroxide kerosene Isopropyl alcohol added together be used as fuel?
Hi yes Hydrogen peroxide and Isopropyl alcohol can be added together as fuel and work really good for rockets, so unless your discovery is rocket propelled. I wouldn't use it, otherwise go ahead. Harrie
Are water and hydrogen peroxide the same compound?
Far from it. Water contains one oxygen atom with two hydrogen atoms bonded to it. Hydrogen peroxide has two oxygen atoms each with its own hydrogen atom.Right now you're like, "well, so what?" The two oxygen atoms are connected with a single bond - the "peroxide group." Peroxides are very unstable and energetic. Pure hydrogen peroxide can be used as rocket fuel.
What fuel is used as rocket fuel?
liquid Hydrogen + liquid Oxygen
Is hydrogen being used now?
yes it is used for rocket fuel but not auto fuel
What liquid fuel is used as rocket fuel?
liquid Hydrogen + liquid Oxygen
What kind of fuel used to propel a rocket in to space?
Um, Rocket Fuel. It is a mixture of liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen
What type of fuels are used in rockets?
The basis for almost all Walter rocket motors is hydrogen peroxide. With the chemical formula of (H2O2) it is an oxygen rich liquid which, upon decomposition, gives out heat at a rate equivalent to gunpowder. ROCKET FUEL As well as methane and diesel fuel
Hydrogen is used as a fuel in which type of aircraft?
jet and/or rocket propelled aircraft{jet/rocket}.
Where is hydrogen used as a fuel?
To power vehicles, for example, it is used as rocket fuel to power rockets and planes.
What is hydrogenation used to do?
Hydrogen is used in many things. For example It is used as rocket fuel.
