Describing Acids
00:00 - 06:45
6m 45s

Beakman explains what acids are and performs a demo where he puts bone in vinegar for a few days to show that they become rubbery. He uses an animated clip to explain that acids take things apart rather than actually "burn."

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Beakman explains that there are chemicals all around you at home. He explains indicators and creates a DIY indicator out of red cabbage juice. He gives examples of common acids and bases found in the home in order of pH and uses the red cabbage to show their differences.
Phil demonstrates the relationship between acids and bases using small balls that symbolize protons. He explains that not much happens when they're together but that introducing a solvent, such as water, causes a reaction.
Beakman explains how to create a bouncing egg by putting it in a jar of vinegar for a few days. He says the shell is hard because it's made of minerals and the aceitic acid in vinegar breaks down those minerals leaving behind the rubbery texture.
Elsa unintentionally reveals her ice powers when Anna takes off one of her gloves. She runs away from the townspeople after a series of accidents so as not to cause more harm and lose more of the trust of her fellow townspeople.
Bill explains the three states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. He explains that these states differ in only the amount of energy they contain. Bill also uses several examples to illustrate the difference between the three states.