Chemistry In Context
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Author: Fahlman, Bradley D., Purvis-roberts, Kathleen, Kirk, John S., Bentley, Anne K., Daubenmire, Patrick L., ELLIS, Jamie P., Mury, Michael T., American Chemical Society
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Chapter 14, Problem 14.18YT
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Using the Internet, research the cost and configuration of three different solar charger kits. How long would it take for these units to fully charge a Tesla Model S battery (assume 90 kWh)? Compare the costs/kW for the different solar charging kits.
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a. How long does it take an iron nail exposed to the rain to rust?______________________________________________________________________________
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c. Do you think you could light a log with a single matchstick? How about twigs
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SUBJECT : GENERAL CHEMISTRY
TOPIC : THERMAL RUNAWAY
1. Imagine a scenario where a thermal runaway event occurred in a crowded public space. Evaluate the potential hazards and risks, and propose strategies to mitigate them.
2. Evaluate the effectiveness of current safety measures used in the production and disposal of electronic devices with lithium-ion batteries. Suggest alternative measures or improvements that could reduce the risk of thermal runaway.
3. Propose a research question related to thermal runaway in electronic devices. Describe how to conduct this investigation or study this research question.
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