Chemical
Properties
The H–H bond
dissociation enthalpy is the highest for a single bond between two atoms of any
element.
Reaction with
halogens, dioxygen, metal, dinitrogen
Uses of
Dihydrogen
1.
Synthesis
of ammonia, methanol, HCl
2.
Manufacture
of vanaspati fat
3.
In
metallurgical processes
4.
Fuel
cells for generating electrical energy
5.
Cutting
and welding purposes.
6.
Rocket
fuel in space research.