In class, we started learning about atoms and the periodic table.
We learned that an atom is the smallest unit of an element. An atom is made out of protons, electrons, and neutrons. Every element has different amounts of each.
We were then taught about what the periodic table is, and how to read it. We were taught what the atomic number and mass means for each of the elements.
After that, we began the actual experiment. Each group was given a volumetric flask, a balloon, magnesium, water, and citric acid. We mixed it all together inside the flask to cause a reaction. We put the balloon at the top to capture everything that was coming out of the flask.
We learned that the reaction between the magnesium and the citric acid was creating hydrogen. All the hydrogen was being captured by the balloon.
When there was no more magnesium left in the flask, we tied the balloon together. We noticed that the other group's balloon were floating.
We learned that an atom is the smallest unit of an element. An atom is made out of protons, electrons, and neutrons. Every element has different amounts of each.
We were then taught about what the periodic table is, and how to read it. We were taught what the atomic number and mass means for each of the elements.
After that, we began the actual experiment. Each group was given a volumetric flask, a balloon, magnesium, water, and citric acid. We mixed it all together inside the flask to cause a reaction. We put the balloon at the top to capture everything that was coming out of the flask.
We learned that the reaction between the magnesium and the citric acid was creating hydrogen. All the hydrogen was being captured by the balloon.
When there was no more magnesium left in the flask, we tied the balloon together. We noticed that the other group's balloon were floating.
Andrew lit a candle and popped all of our balloons. The popping with the candle caused small explosions. Apparently, the explosions created water. This is because the hydrogen in the balloon combines with the oxygen in the air to create H2O or water.
Overall, I thought this was a very interesting experiment. I never knew that the materials caused this reaction when mixed together. I also thought that the explosions were exciting too.
Overall, I thought this was a very interesting experiment. I never knew that the materials caused this reaction when mixed together. I also thought that the explosions were exciting too.