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Is it possible, and if so how, to obtain oxygen by breaking apart Carbon Dioxide or Sulphuric Acid?
Obtain Oxygen: Break Apart CO2 or H2SO4?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around the feasibility of obtaining oxygen by breaking apart Carbon Dioxide (CO2) or Sulphuric Acid (H2SO4). Participants explore various methods and reactions, including electrolysis and chemical reactions, while considering both theoretical and practical implications.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants suggest that it is possible to obtain oxygen from breaking apart Carbon Dioxide, referencing the role of plants in this process.
- Others mention that electrolysis of water, with the addition of Sulphuric Acid to increase conductivity, can yield oxygen and hydrogen.
- One participant proposes mixing bleach and hydrogen peroxide as a method to obtain oxygen, while cautioning against the dangers of inhaling peroxide vapors.
- A magnesium flame is noted to burn in CO2, breaking it apart and consuming oxygen, but a later reply questions the utility of this reaction in terms of oxygen production.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express multiple competing views on the methods of obtaining oxygen, and the discussion remains unresolved regarding the effectiveness and safety of the proposed methods.
Contextual Notes
Some methods mentioned may depend on specific conditions or assumptions that are not fully explored, such as the efficiency of the reactions or the safety of the proposed experiments.