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Carolina Chemonstrations®: Carbon Snake Kit

$57.95

Description

Show your students a dramatic example of an exothermic reaction!
Demonstrate carbohydrate dehydration with the popular carbon snake activity. Dehydrating sugar using concentrated sulfuric acid results in an amazing display of elemental carbon "snaking" out of a beaker. Students make predictions about the demonstration's outcome; observe the exothermic reaction and resulting carbon column; and then construct a particle-level explanation for the reaction. This demonstration is a great addition to discussions about:

  • Chemical versus physical changes
  • Evidence of chemical reactions
  • Exothermic reactions
  • Dehydration reactions
  • Decomposition reactions
  • Carbohydrate structure

It requires approximately 10 min and kit materials are sufficient for 5 demonstrations.

Specifications

Shipping Information or Purchase Restrictions
  • Corrosive - This product is/contains a DOT regulated hazardous material. Your order will incur a hazardous materials fee. Orders shipping to HI and AK are subject to review and may incur additional shipping charges.
What’s Included:
  • 5 18 M Sulfuric Acid, 30 mL
  • 5 Sucrose, 30 g
  • 1 Glass Stirring Rod
  • 1 Pipet
  • 1 Digital Resource Instruction Card
  • 1 Teacher’s Manual with Reproducible Student Sheet
Needed But Not Included:
  • 1 Beaker, 150 mL (preferably tall form)
  • 1 Beaker, 600 mL (or larger)
  • 2 Acid-Resistant Gloves
  • 1 Heat-Resistant Surface
  • 1 Fume Hood
  •  Tap Water
Return Policy:

If for any reason you are not satisfied with this item, it is eligible for a return, exchange, refund, or credit up to 180 days from date of purchase. Restrictions may apply. Returns & Exchanges Policy.

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