Carbon Sugar Snake Experiment (Chemistry)
Summary
TLDRIn this engaging science experiment, the video demonstrates how to create a 'carbon snake' using baking soda, powdered sugar, and Coleman's Lantern Fuel. The process involves mixing the ingredients in a 1:4 ratio, placing them on a mound of sand, and igniting the fuel. The resulting reaction produces a growing black structure as carbon dioxide gas forms within the mixture. Safety precautions are emphasized, including the use of a secondary glass container and having a fire extinguisher on standby. The video also discusses the impact of different alcohol types and environmental factors on the experiment's success.
Takeaways
- 🔬 The experiment demonstrates the creation of a 'carbon snake' using baking soda and powdered sugar.
- 🧪 A 1:4 ratio of baking soda to powdered sugar is used, but any ratio will work.
- 👨🍳 Mixing the ingredients in a freezer bag is suggested for ease of use.
- 🏺 A metal baking pan and a mound of sand are used to contain the experiment.
- ⚱️ Coleman's Lantern Fuel is poured onto the sand to act as a fuel source.
- 🔥 Safety precautions include using a secondary glass container for flammable liquids and keeping a fire extinguisher nearby.
- 🧯 In case of a fire, a pot lid can be used to smother the flames.
- 🌐 The experiment involves the decomposition of baking soda and sugar, which produces carbon dioxide gas.
- 🐍 The carbon snake grows taller as the gas gets trapped in the carbon, forming a snake-like structure.
- 🚫 The video mentions that 91% isopropyl alcohol did not work as effectively as Coleman's Lantern Fuel in creating a long snake.
- 📺 The experiment is demonstrated by 'Bearded Science Guy' and can be viewed on Facebook and YouTube.
Q & A
What is the main purpose of the experiment described in the transcript?
-The main purpose of the experiment is to create a carbon snake using baking soda and powdered sugar, which is a visual demonstration of a chemical reaction.
What materials are required for this experiment?
-The materials required for the experiment include a metal baking pan, a pot lid, thermal gloves, a fire extinguisher, sand, powdered sugar, baking soda, a glass container, Coleman's Lantern Fuel, and a lighter.
What is the ratio of baking soda to powdered sugar used in the experiment?
-The ratio of baking soda to powdered sugar used in the experiment is 1:4, with 5 grams of baking soda and 20 grams of powdered sugar.
Why is a secondary glass container recommended when handling flammable liquids?
-A secondary glass container is recommended to safely handle flammable liquids because it allows for easy smothering in case of a fire, preventing the primary container from catching fire which could result in a more dangerous situation.
What is the role of the sand in the experiment?
-The sand serves as a heat insulator and a platform for the fuel to burn, allowing the experiment to be conducted safely and providing a stable base for the reaction.
How much Coleman's Lantern Fuel is measured out for the experiment?
-150 milliliters of Coleman's Lantern Fuel is measured out for the experiment.
What safety precautions are emphasized in the transcript?
-The safety precautions emphasized include using a secondary glass container for flammable liquids, keeping the primary container away from heat or ignition sources, and having a fire extinguisher ready.
What happens when the fuel is lit in the experiment?
-When the fuel is lit, the white powder (baking soda and sugar mixture) turns black, and after a few minutes, it starts to grow taller, forming a carbon snake.
What is the chemical process behind the formation of the carbon snake?
-The chemical process involves the decomposition of baking soda and sugar, which produces carbon dioxide gas. This gas gets trapped in pockets of black carbon, causing the snake to grow taller.
Why might 91% isopropyl alcohol not work as effectively as Coleman's Lantern Fuel in this experiment?
-The transcript suggests that the type of sand used or the humidity in the air might affect the effectiveness of 91% isopropyl alcohol in creating a long carbon snake, as it was not successful in the experimenter's trials.
Where can viewers find more science videos similar to this experiment?
-Viewers can find more science videos on the Bearded Science Guy's Facebook and YouTube channels.
Outlines
🔬 Carbon Snake Experiment with Baking Soda and Powdered Sugar
The video script describes a carbon snake experiment utilizing baking soda and powdered sugar. The necessary materials include a metal baking pan, pot lid, thermal gloves, fire extinguisher, sand, powdered sugar, baking soda, a glass container, Coleman's Lander Fuel, and a lighter. The process begins with measuring a 1:4 ratio of baking soda to powdered sugar, mixing them in a freezer bag. A mound of sand is placed in the center of the metal pan, and 150 milliliters of Coleman's Lantern fuel is poured over it. Safety precautions are emphasized, such as using a secondary glass container for flammable liquids and keeping it away from heat sources. The mixture is placed in the center of the sand mound, and the fuel is lit. The experiment results in the formation of a black carbon structure that grows taller as the baking soda and sugar decompose, releasing carbon dioxide gas. The video also mentions that 91 isopropyl alcohol was not effective for creating a long snake, possibly due to the type of sand or air humidity. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to share the video and explore more science content on social media platforms.
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Keywords
💡Carbon Snake Experiment
💡Baking Soda
💡Powdered Sugar
💡Coleman's Lantern Fuel
💡Thermal Gloves
💡Fire Extinguisher
💡Safety Precautions
💡Decomposition
💡Carbon Dioxide
💡Isopropyl Alcohol
💡Bearded Science Guy
Highlights
Experiment involves creating a carbon snake using baking soda and powdered sugar.
Materials needed include a metal baking pan, pot lid, thermal gloves, fire extinguisher, sand, powdered sugar, baking soda, glass container, Coleman's Lantern Fuel, and a lighter.
A 1:4 ratio of baking soda to powdered sugar is recommended for the mixture.
Mixing the baking soda and sugar in a freezer bag simplifies the process.
Safety measures include using a secondary glass container for flammable liquids and keeping primary containers away from heat sources.
If the secondary container catches fire, it can be easily extinguished with a pot lid.
Primary container fires can be dangerous due to potential melting and spreading of flames.
Coleman's Lantern Fuel is poured onto a mound of sand as part of the setup.
The sugar and baking soda mixture is placed in the center of the fuel-soaked sand.
Having a fire extinguisher nearby is crucial for safety.
Lit fuel leads to the decomposition of baking soda and sugar, producing carbon dioxide.
The carbon snake grows taller as carbon dioxide gas gets trapped in the black carbon.
The experiment demonstrates the decomposition and gas trapping process visually.
91% isopropyl alcohol was not effective in creating a long carbon snake in the experiment.
Factors like sand type and air humidity may affect the experiment's outcome.
The video is from the Bearded Science Guy channel, which features various science experiments.
Viewers are encouraged to share the video and explore more science content on social media platforms.
Transcripts
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sky here and today we're going to do a
carbon snake experiment using baking
soda and powdered sugar
for this experiment you'll need a metal
baking pan a pot lid thermal gloves a
fire extinguisher sand powdered sugar
baking soda a glass container Coleman's
Lander Fuel and a lighter
to start with measure out 5 grams of
baking soda and 20 grams of powdered
sugar really any one to four ratio will
work
now take these and mix them really well
I did it in a freezer bag just to make
it easier
now take the metal pan and put a large
mound of sand right in the center
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when measuring out 150 milliliters of
Coleman's Lantern fuel let's go over
some safety involved
always use a secondary glass container
when working with flammable liquids and
keep your primary container far away
from any source of heat or ignition if
something happens in your secondary
container catches fire you can easily
put it out by smothering it with the pot
lid
however if the primary container catches
fire it can melt creating a huge fire
and injuring people close to it
at this point pour your Coleman's
Lantern fuel onto the mound of sand and
then place the sugar baking soda mixture
in the very center of the mountain
double check that you have your fire
extinguisher close and then light the
fuel
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you'll start to see the white powder
turn black and then after a few minutes
it'll start to grow taller and taller
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the way this works is that as the baking
soda and sugar decompose carbon dioxide
gas gets trapped inside pockets of the
black carbon and it continues to grow
taller and taller and taller
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many of the experimental procedures you
find online say that you can use 91
isopropyl alcohol for this experiment I
however wasn't able to get the 91
isopropyl alcohol to create a long snake
it might have something to do with the
type of sand I was using or the humidity
in the air
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