Can Vibrational Frequencies Weaken Water Bonds to Enhance Electrolysis?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the possibility of weakening the bonds in water (H2O) through the application of specific vibrational frequencies to enhance the efficiency of electrolysis. The scope includes theoretical considerations and potential applications in energy economics.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant proposes that inducing a specific vibrational frequency could weaken the bonds in water, potentially making electrolysis more economical.
  • Another participant seeks clarification on whether the discussion pertains to the bonds between oxygen and hydrogen within the water molecule.
  • A participant acknowledges the unconventional nature of the idea but suggests a possible correlation between applied oscillations (such as sound waves) and bond strength.
  • One participant raises concerns about the implications of free energy and notes that classical vibrations may not apply within the framework of quantum mechanics.
  • It is mentioned that high-temperature electrolysis aligns with the original suggestion of applying energy to weaken bonds.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the feasibility and implications of using vibrational frequencies to weaken water bonds, indicating that multiple competing perspectives remain without consensus.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations regarding the assumptions about energy input and the applicability of classical versus quantum mechanical principles in this context.

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Is it possible to weaken the bonds of H2O with by inducing a specific vibrational frequency? This idea had been rolling around in my mind for years. My thought is that if the bonds could be weakened by less energy then electrolysis alone it may become economical. I realize that some research is being done on high temperature electrolysis, yet this theory still requires the input of energy to get to the required . Any ideas?
 
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You're talking about the bonds between oxygen and hydrogen in the molecule itself right?
 
Yes. I know it sounds a little crazy, but wondering if there may be a correlation between applied oscillation(say sound waves or other frequencies) and bond strength.
 
1) You are suggesting free energy.

2) "Vibrations" in classical terms does not apply to quantum mechanics.

3) High temperature is the same thing you are suggesting.
 

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