I want to stick to commonly found materials and keep it as non-toxic as possible. Aluminum is a commonly found material, that takes a lot of electricity to make. I'm looking for a way of getting that electricity back.so-crates said:Well Fe2O3 is not water soluble, so you would need something to solvate Fe3+ ions. I think H2SO4 would work. Stick an aluminum anode in aqueous solution of Fe2O3. For the cathode, you wouldn't necessarily need to use iron.
Uno Lee said:Thanks, I'll try this but by little book of solubilities says that Fe2O3 is only soluble in HCl and that (unfortunately) dissolves Al, too.
The Thermit Reaction is a chemical reaction that produces a large amount of heat and light through the exothermic reaction of aluminum (Al) and iron oxide (Fe2O3). This reaction is also known as the aluminothermic reaction and has been used in various industrial and scientific applications.
The heat generated from the Thermit Reaction can be used to heat a boiler, which produces steam that can then drive a turbine and generate electricity. This process is known as thermoelectric power generation and is a common method of harnessing energy from various chemical reactions.
The Thermit Reaction has various industrial and scientific applications, including welding, metal cutting, and the production of alloys. It is also used in the production of railroad tracks, where it is used to weld sections of steel rails together.
The Thermit Reaction produces extremely high temperatures and should only be conducted under strict safety measures. Protective gear, such as gloves, goggles, and heat-resistant clothing, should be worn at all times. The reaction should also be conducted in a well-ventilated area to prevent the buildup of toxic fumes.
The Thermit Reaction is not considered a renewable energy source as it requires the use of aluminum, which is a non-renewable resource. While the reaction itself is sustainable, the resources used to produce it are not. Therefore, it cannot be considered a long-term solution for energy production.