5 insanely cool science experiments that are done by using CO2

Carbon dioxide or CO2 is an odorless and colorless gas. It makes up the air we breathe as well as the reason why soft drinks have a fizz in them. Carbon dioxide is a necessary greenhouse gas and is responsible for preventing our oceans from freezing over; however, it contributes to global warming when its levels are increased. With that said, simple, insanely cool CO2 science experiments can teach us the principals of many areas of science, such as physics and chemistry.
Here are some incredible CO2 experiments you can do either at home or in your lab to learn more about science or just for fun:
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1. Bubbling sandwich bags (h/t Sick Science!)
If you do not know already, there is a reaction when combining vinegar and baking soda. It creates carbon dioxide or CO2, and by mixing more vinegar in than baking soda, the more bubble you will get. In this video, this experimenter shows us how to make bubbling sandwich bags. He also experiments by adding various amounts of vinegar to a create a different level of bubbles for three different sandwich bags.
2. CO2 exploding container (h/t Champak World)
In this video, the amateur scientist creates an exploding container by adding a few simple ingredients. The science behind this experiment is the release and compression of the CO2 and its need to get out. You are sure to get startled when the CO2 realizes the lid is the easiest way out of the sealed container. Stand back or do this thrilling experiment outside.
3. Carbon dioxide “bomb” (h/t Sgsci Experiment)
Using a bottle, balloon, baking soda, and vinegar, this young lady shows how to do an amazingly cool science experiment. As you know, CO2 is created when you mix vinegar and baking soda together, and when you add a balloon into the mix, you are sure to get a “bang” that you might not have expected.
4. Dry ice experiments (h/t Science with ZLife)For this incredible science experiment video, they use dry ice to get different reactions. Dry ice is actually made from using carbon dioxide gas or CO2 and can be used safely at home with adult supervision. Check out these amazing experiments such as a dry ice rocket and even ice cream!
5. Floating bubbles above CO2 (h/t Little Shop of Physics)
Bubbles can be more enjoyable if they last longer, don’t you agree? In this fun-filled experiment, this young amateur scientist blows bubbles over an aquarium that has dry ice placed on the bottom. When the bubbles enter the aquarium and are above the dry ice, what do you think will happen?
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