Make Hydrogen from Free Electrons and Protons

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Combining free electrons and protons in a closed, electrically neutral container does not automatically yield hydrogen atoms. Electrons do not simply revolve around protons; they require specific conditions, such as low temperature and high pressure, to form stable hydrogen atoms. The discussion highlights the importance of quantum mechanics, including electron tunneling, which could complicate the process. To successfully create hydrogen, additional energy or mechanisms must be introduced to facilitate the binding of electrons to protons. Understanding these requirements is crucial for hydrogen production from free particles.
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Let's say, I put x number of free electrons and x number of free protons into a jar, close the lid, shake it for a while. Do I get x atoms of Hydrogen? Does the each electron start revolving around each proton? If not, why and what do we need to do to make Hydrogen out of it (changing pressure, temperature...?)
 
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the electrons might tunnel through the glass.
 
cragar said:
the electrons might tunnel through the glass.

let's assume container is electrically neutral and no particles could escape it.
 
So I know that electrons are fundamental, there's no 'material' that makes them up, it's like talking about a colour itself rather than a car or a flower. Now protons and neutrons and quarks and whatever other stuff is there fundamentally, I want someone to kind of teach me these, I have a lot of questions that books might not give the answer in the way I understand. Thanks

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