
The Skeptics Guide #879 - May 14 2022
The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe
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Using Molten Salt Solution as a Reusable Battery Store
Batteries typically lose their power over time, and this is called self discharge. The heating and cooling cycle can can atrophy the battery. Scientists have to find novel materials that can handle the fact that when you heat something, it gets a little bit bigger. When you cool something, it shrinks down a little bit. And that yo do wear and tear on a battery over years.
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