Hydrogen (Noun)
Meaning
A nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Hydrogen is the lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe, making up about 75% of its elemental mass.
- The fuel cell vehicle uses hydrogen as a clean source of energy, producing only water and heat as byproducts.
- Hydrogen gas is highly flammable and is often used as a fuel source in power generation and industrial processes.
- Scientists are studying the properties of hydrogen in extreme conditions, such as high temperatures and pressures, to better understand its behavior.
- The electrolysis of water produces hydrogen gas, which can be stored and used as a clean and efficient source of energy.