Hydrogen Electrolysis talks about electrolysis technology and its possible use for powering hydrogen cars, and the pros and cons of this technology.

Hydrogen Electrolysis

As consumers and automobile drivers, we all can see and feel the horrid crunch of the continually rising gas prices. Because of the exorbitant gas prices and the prediction of the future gas prices, all consumers have searched everywhere to find relief from the financial strain in transportation and other facets of everyday life. The new influx of non-traditional cars and engines has been a huge newsflash for consumers in every country.

The automotive producing companies are attempting to give us more environmentally-friendly choices in what we drive and carry our families. While hybrid cars are a current solution for the rising gas prices, emissions, and pollution, the overall difference in our wallet and Earth may not be that different. Alternative fuel sources seem to be the best way to overcome such extreme fuel prices and environment issues, such as O-Zone depletion, climate changes, and pollution.

The concept of the electrolysis process has been in existence since 1820 thanks to Michael Faraday, but the idea of the water engine has been around for around 80 years now. By definition, electrolysis is the production and generation of hydrogen through water via electricity. For the scientific buffs out there, the chemical equation for electrolysis is as follows: energy (electricity) +2H20=02 + 2H2. For the non-scientific buffs with us (including me), here is an explanation of what occurs in electrolysis. When the electricity is supplied, the energy divides the oxygen and hydrogen molecules.

The water engine, which could theoretically and potentially power cars, would apply the method of electrolysis; however, the idea does have its drawbacks.

If the electrolysis process used electricity from fossil fuels, carbon dioxide could potentially be released and still harm the environment. To solve this issue, solar cells could replace the electricity from the fossil fuels. The solar cells would produce no emissions and pollutants.

Another drawback with the method of electrolysis is the amount of voltage used. If a low voltage is applied, an electrolyte may need to be used to compensate for the low voltage rate. Electrolytes, such as salt, may be used to assist.

If the water used in electrolysis is not purified, the metals in the water may be attracted to the metal electrodes used to transfer the electricity to the water; thus, causing the electrodes to become plated in the metal from the water. In all cases, it is best to use purified water.

On the other hand, the use of electrolysis for heat and transportation would be a great asset to our world and our wallets. If water and solar cells could be used to replace our current fuel sources, we could cut down on many fuel-related prices. Emissions would also be drastically decreased as the solar cells would not emit any emissions at all.

Along with the lowered emission and pollution, the fuel prices would dramatically assist our wallets and economy. Let’s compare. Water can be found just about anywhere. It costs approximately $1 USD per gallon. It is also something that you could stock-up on, and it would never go bad or harm you. On the other hand, our current fuel can only be found at gas station, but gas stations seem to exist about every two feet nowadays. A gallon of gas currently runs about $4.02 per gallon for regular, unleaded gasoline. Also, it is not wise to store gasoline near your home as it produces fumes and is flammable.

After considering the possible drawbacks and positive attributes of utilizing electrolysis to overcome our fuel expenses and depletion of our Earth, the positive aspects of electrolysis definitely can outweigh the negative possibilities that may occur. Although the drawbacks exist, the drawbacks can easily be fixed; thus, if properly completed, electrolysis can merely be the ultimate answer to our financial and health prayers.

Without a solution to our ever-growing problem of fuel resources and environment endangerment, the ultimate fate of our lives and our Earth will be death. Electrolysis may be the key to saving us all.

Thank you to Constance Smith for this "Hydrogen Electrolysis" article.

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Hydrogen Car Info Table of Contents

Hydrogen car - Introduction and home page of Going green with hydrogen fuel cell powered cars. Page 1 of this article will introduce you to the environmental toll fossil fules are putting on our environment.

Hydrogen Powered Car - Page two of Going green with hydrogen fuel cell powered cars gives you a basic introduction to the alternatives available to fossil fuels.

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car - Page three of Going green with hydrogen fuel cell powered cars gets to a great possible solution to our environmental issues caused by fossil fuels, and to weather hydrogen fuel cell powered cars are efficient and clean.

Hydrogen Fuel Car - Page four of Going green with hydrogen fuel cell powered cars provides you with some basic technical information to how this energy works, and also includes our conclusion to this article.