Global Absinthe: The Rise and Fall of the Green Fairy

Absinthe originated in Switzerland in the late 18th century as an alcoholic drink derived from botanicals like grande wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), anise, and fennel. The drink was first commercialized in the early 19th century in France and other parts of Europe. By the mid-19th century, absinthe had become enormously popular, especially among

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The Promising Future of Hydrogen Vehicles

Hydrogen fuel cells work by combining hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity, water, and heat without combustion. Pure hydrogen gas is stored in high-pressure tanks and fed into the fuel cell. Within the fuel cell, a catalyst causes the hydrogen atoms to split into protons and electrons. The protons pass through a thin, solid polymer membrane t

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Understanding the Properties and Uses of Lithium Hydroxide

Lithium hydroxide (LiOH) is an inorganic compound composed of lithium and hydroxide ions. It is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water and soluble in ethanol. Chemically, it consists of lithium cations (Li+) and hydroxide anions (OH-). The chemical formula is LiOH and the molecular weight is 23.95 g/mol.   In its solid

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