Hydrogen Through Electolysis

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Materials List


Group Supplies

  • 100 mL Warm water
  • 2 Cubic centimeters of salt
  • 6-Volt battery
  • 2 Sets of alligator clips
  • 2 Large metal paper clips
  • 1 Small flat plastic dish
  • Safety Glasses

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Time: 45-60 mins

This Lesson appears as a part of the following:
Water Power Implementation Toolkit

This is a teacher recommended lesson from the Energy Information Administration.

In this lesson, students learn about Hydrogen production through a simple process of electrolysis using a saltwater battery.

 

 

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