Exothermic Detergent Reaction
Sunday July 10, 2005
Interesting chemical reactions don't necessarily require a chemistry lab and expensive glassware. For example, you can experience an exothermic chemical reaction using nothing more complicated than a handful of laundry detergent powder and a bit of water. An exothermic reaction is one which produces heat as chemical bonds are broken and release energy. Experience the phenomenon the next time you are washing clothes. Just let a little water dampen the detergent before you add it to the washer (and then rinse your hands really well). Fun!
Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions | Exothermic Rxn with Steel Wool
Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions | Exothermic Rxn with Steel Wool
Comments
that is so pimpin
heat is not released when bonds are broken. heat is released when bonds are formed. when bonds are broken a molecule absorbs energy. You should fix your intro,
I’m a hipster
you’re arguing with a professor, heat is released when bonds are fissiured or broken apart. Take the depronation of Uranium, and apply it to the reactors we have that make electricity. Heat is absorbed in Endothermic Reactions.