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Why do we not use hydrogen?

Updated: 2/4/2024
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Because if released in the air(oxygen) the mixture becomes explosive.

Remember in the lab. to test for hydrogen is the 'pop' test. This is hydrogen igniting with oxygen.

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Because it can be dangerous and we just cant be bothered to change everything to hydrogen power.

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