Reaction of Potassium Metal with Bromine

Description: A small piece of potassium held at a distance in forceps is touched to a small amount of liquid bromine. A vigorous reaction ensues, accompanied by a loud snap.

This demonstration is also available on video and JCE "Chemistry Comes Alive!" Vol. 1 CD-Rom.

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Source: UW Card Catalog

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