Chemistry of Cars

The Ford Chemistry of Cars resources highlight the chemistry involved in aspects of production and operation of automobiles.

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  • Anode, Cathode, Electricity, Galvanic Cells, Renewable Energy | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Video: Hybrid and Electric Cars Video Mark as Favorite (11 Favorites)

    This video explores the chemistry in the batteries that power hybrid and electric cars.

  • Combustion, Exothermic & Endothermic, Heat, Heat of Combustion | Elementary School, High School, Middle School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Video: The Internal Combustion Engine Video Mark as Favorite (29 Favorites)

    This video investigates both the mechanical and the chemical processes used in the internal combustion engine, as well as the history and evolution of the combustion engine.

  • Activation Energy, Catalysts, Combustion, Oxidation, Redox Reaction, Reduction | Elementary School, High School, Middle School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Video: Catalytic Converters Video Mark as Favorite (31 Favorites)

    This video investigates the role of a catalytic converter and its corresponding chemical reactions within a vehicle. Students will learn about both oxidation and reduction reactions and how they, in combination with a catalyst, can impact the molecules released in a car’s exhaust.

  • Anode, Cathode, Electricity, Galvanic Cells, Heat, Renewable Energy | Elementary School, High School, Middle School

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    This video analyzes alternatives to petroleum based fossil fuels, such as biofuels and hydrogen fuel cells.

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