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To ensure any hydrogen that might escape was detected, a combustible gas analyzer was set up alongside a wick and lighter, maintaining a careful eye on the experiment. The team’s enthusiasm added a touch of humor, as they placed light-hearted bets on whether their apparatus would leak. Their unwavering focus on safety did not prevent them from having a bit of fun while conducting serious science.
The Heating Process
As the team kicked off the heating phase, they gathered data diligently, checking temperatures with thermocouples. Initial readings started at room temperature. With every increment in temperature, expectations grew, especially with the notable benchmark of around 120 degrees Celsius, where prior tests indicated significant activity from lithium aluminium hydride.