Instructions

Procedure

  • Label two 100-mL beakers “calcium chloride” and “sodium bicarbonate,” respectively fill each beaker about one-half full with the appropriate solid
  • Obtain both a teaspoon and tablespoon scoop to dispense the sodium bicarbonate and calcium chloride, respectively
  • Store the scoops in their respective beakers (Make sure that each scoop is only used with the same chemical it originally contacted)
  • Obtain 40 mL each of phenol red and distilled water in separate, labeled, 50-mL beakers
  • Use a 10-mL graduated cylinder or pipet to dispense the liquids as needed in the following steps
  • Be sure to rinse the cylinder with distilled water after using the phenol red indicator before using it again
  • Lay a plastic bad flat on the table
  • Place 1 TBSP of calcium chloride, 1 tsp of baking soda and 10mL of phenol red indicator in separate locations inside the bag
  • Push out excess air and seal the bag before mixing the contents thoroughly
  • Students are now able to observe the reaction and feel the bag as it warms up
  • If gas builds up, open the bag slightly away from the faces of anyone nearby
  • Rinse with water for cleanupRelated imagehttps://www.google.com/url?sa=i&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjg3eqwraXfAhUQHnwKHZh4DcQQjRx6BAgBEAU&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DJ_v24d-uVtU&psig=AOvVaw1Xf9dm_venJjlyFQG4YxdA&ust=1545083909747286