The Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher
Explore the science behind suffocating flames with carbon dioxide
Mixing Baking Soda and Vinegar
- Combining baking soda and vinegar creates carbon dioxide gas bubbles
- The reaction is exothermic and produces a fizzing sound
- Baking soda is a weak base while vinegar is an acid
- The chemical reaction is a double displacement reaction
Capturing Carbon Dioxide Gas
- Pour vinegar into a bottle
- Funnel baking soda into a balloon
- Stretch the balloon over the rim of the bottle
- Lift the balloon up to capture the carbon dioxide gas
Carbon Dioxide and Flame Suffocation
- Carbon dioxide is created when baking soda mixes with vinegar
- Carbon dioxide has the ability to suffocate a flame
- Release the carbon dioxide into a graduated cylinder
- Pour the carbon dioxide over a candle and observe
DIY Fire Extinguisher
- Carbon dioxide can be used as a DIY fire extinguisher
- Demonstrate the effectiveness of carbon dioxide in extinguishing flames
- Exercise caution and perform with adult supervision
- Follow proper safety protocols and regulations
Science Discoveries Await
- Continue exploring the fascinating world of science
- Experiment with different reactions and observe the outcomes
- Engage in hands-on learning and discover new knowledge
- Stay curious and never stop exploring