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Why don't diesel powered submarines produce oxygen using electrolysis of water whilst submerged?
Modern DE submarines do have limited O2 generation capability, though the main reason it's limited is due to the enormous power consumption that electrolosis requires. Even on the surface with their diesel engines running, the electrical output just isn't enough for sustained O2 generation of any magnitude, and submerged battery operations negate using it. Nuclear Powered submarines generate more than enough power to produce enough oxygen to stay submerged indefinitely.
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How nuclear powered submarines work?
Nuclear-powered submarines operate using a nuclear reactor that generates heat through nuclear fission, typically using uranium fuel. This heat is used to produce steam, which drives turbines connected to the submarine's propeller, allowing for underwater propulsion. The reactor provides a long-lasting power source, enabling submarines to operate for extended periods without surfacing for fuel. Additionally, the use of nuclear power allows these submarines to remain submerged for long durations, enhancing their stealth and operational capabilities.
How long do subS stay submerged?
Submarines, or subs, can stay submerged for varying lengths of time depending on their design and capabilities. Generally, military submarines can remain submerged for several months, as they produce their own oxygen and have systems to manage waste and food supplies. However, the practical limit is often around 90 days due to crew endurance and supply constraints. In contrast, smaller, non-military subs, like research submarines, have shorter durations, typically ranging from a few hours to a few days.
What can you get from water?
Electrolysis of water produce hydrogen.
The use of an electric current to produce a relatively permanent removal of undesired hair is known as?
electrolysis
Which electrolytes can be used to produce hydrogen by electrolysis?
water
How long can nuclear subs stay submerged?
Many months! The biggest limitation is the amount of food they can carry for the crew. The actual limits are classified. Submarines can produce their own air and water and with nuclear power they could stay submerged indefinitely. The limiting factor is the amount of storage space (there is not much) on a sub for food and the the size of the crew onboard that consumes it. The larger SSGN's can stay submerged longer than the SSN's because they have more storage space.
How you produce oxygen?
It can be produced by electrolysis of water. Which disassociates the Hydrogen and Oxygen molecules.
What is the name of the process used to split salty water and produce chlorine?
electrolysis
What electrode do brine and chlorine produce after electrolysis?
Chlorine is produced at the anode. Brine at the cathodeOxidation reaction: 2 Cl- --'anode'--> Cl2 + 2e-
Do all acids produce a hydrogen gas when they undergo electrolysis?
Yes, water is the reactant responsible for that.
How can electrolysis be used to produce hydrogen?
Electrolysis can be used to produce hydrogen by passing an electric current through water, splitting it into hydrogen and oxygen gases. This process involves using an electrolyzer, which contains electrodes and an electrolyte solution, to separate the hydrogen and oxygen molecules.
How is air recycled in submarines?
In modern submarines, the electrolyser separates oxygen from hydrogen in seawater to produce breathable oxygen. There is also a scrubber that removes excess CO2 from the air.
