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Fig.6-15 Pump malfunction during a hydrogen production test

(a) Solid I2 was observed on the piston surface of the disabled pump. (b) This malfunction was likely caused by an increasing sliding friction resistance due to a buildup of precipitated I2 in the narrow gap between the piston and the cylinder owing to the decreased I2 solubility.

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