Stoichiometry of Vinegar and Baking Soda
Description: Varying ratios of vinegar and baking soda are mixed in closed systems. Balloons sealing the system blow up to different extents depending upon the amount of carbon dioxide produced.
Source: UW-Card Catalog
Year: N/A Vol: N/A Page: N/A
Keywords: Carbon dioxide, Vinegar, Baking Soda, Closed system, Balloon
Rating: 
Hazard: Low
- Dilute acids
- Eye irritation
Effectiveness: Good
- Good connection from demo to course material
- Time to results is low
- Mild effects are seen by audience
- Good reliability
- Results are observable without guidance
Difficulty: Medium
- Coordinated manipulations
- Simple procedures
Safety Precautions:
- Eye protection required
- Perform in a well-ventilated area
- Gloves required
- Absorbent materials on hand
Class: Acids and Bases
Division: General
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