hydrogen (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈhaɪdrədʒən/
Definition
A colorless, odorless, highly flammable gas that is the lightest element and the simplest atom, consisting of one proton and one electron.
Examples
Hydrogen is the most abundant chemical substance in the universe.
Scientists are exploring the use of hydrogen as a clean energy source.
The sun is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium.
How to Use hydrogen
- hydrogen bomb (collocation)
- A powerful explosive weapon that uses nuclear reactions involving hydrogen isotopes. — "The development of the hydrogen bomb marked a new era in warfare."
- hydrogen fuel cell (collocation)
- A device that converts chemical energy from a fuel into electricity through a chemical reaction with an oxidizing agent. — "Hydrogen fuel cells offer a promising alternative to traditional combustion engines."
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