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Definition of the Hydrogen Element
A colorless, highly
flammable gaseous element, the lightest of all gases and the most
abundant element in the universe. Used in the production of
synthetic ammonia and methanol, in petroleum refining, in the
hydrogenation of organic materials, as a reducing atmosphere, in
oxy-hydrogen torches, and in rocket fuels.
Origin / Meaning of the name Hydrogen
Hydrogen is French for water-maker, from the Greek word hudor
meaning "water" and gennen meaning to "generate".
Classification of the Hydrogen Element
Hydrogen is
classified as an element in the 'Non-metals' section which can be
located in groups 14,15 and 16 of the Periodic Table. Non-metals
are not easily able to conduct electricity or heat and do not
reflect light . Non-metallic elements are very brittle, and cannot
be rolled into wires or pounded into sheets. Non-metallic elements
exist, at room temperature, in two of the three states of matter :
gases (such as oxygen) and solids (such as carbon).
The
Discovery of Hydrogen
Hydrogen was discovered by
Henry Cavendish in 1776.
Facts about the History of the Hydrogen
Element
Antoine Lavoisier gave the element its name and proved that
water was made of hydrogen and oxygen.
Occurrence the Hydrogen Element
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Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe
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Makes up
to 75% of normal matter by mass and over 90% by number of atoms
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Found in
abundance in stars and giant gas planets
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Fourteen
and a half times lighter than air
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The most
common source for this element on earth is water which is composed two parts
hydrogen to one part oxygen (H2O).
Associated Uses of Hydrogen
Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen Bomb
Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Hydrogen Fuel
Hydrogen Generator
Hydrogen Powered Cars
Hydrogen Power
Hydrogen Engine
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