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Politics : PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH
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To: Oak Tree who wrote (160897)7/15/2001 9:59:58 AM
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I'm not claiming any expertise in either fuel cell or internal combustion power. I posted the widely accepted assumption that fuel cells produce less emissions, not that they converted chemical energy into mechanical work any more efficiently, although when one considers the heat discharged through exhaust pipes and radiators, questioning this seems appropriate.

One common method of producing Hydrogen requires electricity. If this electricity is produced through nuclear fission or falling water, air pollution should be reduced. If it is produced through burning coal to generate steam or petroleum powered diesel engines to turn alternators, then I cannot see tremendous advantages. Sure, a centrally located, massive, electrical station could have less environmental impact than many tiny internal combustion engines in vehicles, but is the improvement worth the cost?

Bye4Now, FD.
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