More irreversible changes
I can describe the action of acid with bicarbonate of soda as an irreversible change, where a new material is formed.
More irreversible changes
I can describe the action of acid with bicarbonate of soda as an irreversible change, where a new material is formed.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Vinegar is an example of an acid that we find in our homes.
- Bicarbonate of soda is a white powder used in baking to make bread, batter and cakes rise when baked.
- When vinegar and bicarbonate of soda are mixed, this produces a new material in the form of carbon dioxide gas.
- The action of acid with bicarbonate of soda is an irreversible change.
- During an irreversible change, the material that has been changed cannot return to its original state.
Keywords
Bicarbonate of soda - Bicarbonate of soda is a white powder, used in baking.
Acids - Foods that contain acids have a sour taste.
Observe - To observe is to look very closely and use other senses too.
Carbon dioxide - Carbon dioxide is a type of gas that is in the air around us.
Irreversible change - If a change is irreversible, it cannot be undone or changed back to its original state.
Common misconception
All bubbles produced contain air and that it is a reversible change.
Teaching slides explain that the bubbles produced when acids react with bicarbonate of soda contain carbon dioxide and that this change is irreversible as a new material is produced.
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Equipment
Vinegar, bicarbonate of soda, teaspoons, beakers, trays or bowls, disposable gloves and glasses.
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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acid reacting with bicarbonate of soda