Creating oxygen(co2) out Of hydrogen

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In summary, the conversation discusses the idea of changing hydrogen into different gases through pressure and heat. It is clarified that this is not possible through natural means and can only be achieved through fission and fusion. The concept of converting water into hydrogen and oxygen is also mentioned. The conversation then shifts to the topic of coal gasification and the gas shift reactions involved. The possibility of turning hydrogen into helium through plasma and pressure is also brought up. The conversation concludes with the mention of the sun's energy source.
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ive heard that hydrogen under certain temps will change into diferent gasses like oxygen and methane. if we could grab a crap load of hydrogen and other gasses under certain pressure and heat would they change gasses.
 
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I'm not sure what you heard exactly, but it doesn't sound right. Only through fission and fusion can you change one element into another. Perhaps you heard about converting water into hydrogen and oxygen? Water is already hydrogen and oxygen, just in a different molecular form.

Also, CO2 is carbon dioxide. Oxygen is oxygen - molecular oxygen is O2.
 
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It sounds like some sort of coal gasification process involving water, generating methane and carbon monoxide.
 
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That's the gas shift reactions, some of which are:

H2O+C(solid)=> H2 + CO
2H2+C=>CH4
...
 
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If you turn hydrogen into plasma(superheated gas) and then apply a whole lot of pressure, the hydrogen will combine and form a different element, probrably helium. Thats what keeps our sun running
 
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What is the process of creating oxygen from hydrogen?

The process of creating oxygen from hydrogen is called water electrolysis. This involves passing an electric current through water, which splits the water molecules into oxygen and hydrogen gas.

Why is creating oxygen from hydrogen important?

Creating oxygen from hydrogen is important because oxygen is essential for life on Earth. It is also used in many industrial processes and is a key component in rocket fuel.

What are the benefits of creating oxygen from hydrogen?

The benefits of creating oxygen from hydrogen include the ability to produce oxygen in remote locations, the potential to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and the potential to create a sustainable source of oxygen for long-term space missions.

Is creating oxygen from hydrogen a sustainable process?

Yes, creating oxygen from hydrogen can be a sustainable process if the electricity used in the water electrolysis process is from renewable sources. This would result in no net increase of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

What are the potential challenges of creating oxygen from hydrogen?

Some potential challenges of creating oxygen from hydrogen include the high energy requirements for the water electrolysis process, the cost of equipment and materials, and the need for proper storage and transportation of the resulting gases.

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