Photographic Print : Chemical explosion
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Chemical explosion
Chemical explosion. Cork exploding out of a bottle of sparkling wine. There is no wine. The cork has exploded out due to an increase in pressure due to the production of gas in a chemical reaction. The reaction is between aluminium chloride and sodium carbonate, producing carbon dioxide gas. The same gas is produced when shaking a bottle of champagne or any other carbonated (fizzy) drink, though then the gas is bubbling out of solution. Gases take up far more room than liquids or solids. It is this rapid expansion of gases that causes the massive destruction in chemical explosions from materials such as dynamite or TNT
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Media ID 6295089
© ANDREW LAMBERT PHOTOGRAPHY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Apparatus Bottle Carbon Dioxide Champagne Cork Demonstrating Demonstration Empty Expansion Experiment Experimental Exploding Explosion Gaseous Gases Rapid Reacting Reaction Laboratory Popping Sodium Carbonate Sparkling Wine
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the thrill of science with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of Photographic Prints, featuring the striking image "Chemical Explosion" by Science Photo Library. Witness the dramatic moment of a cork forcefully ejected from an empty bottle, the result of an intriguing chemical reaction that generates an abundance of gas. Ignite your walls with this captivating and educational print, perfect for any laboratory, classroom or home decor. Immerse yourself in the beauty of science and the wonders of the natural world. Order now and bring this stunning visual representation into your space.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the mesmerizing moment of a chemical explosion. In this particular image, we witness an intense burst of energy as a cork explosively propels out of an empty bottle of sparkling wine. However, there is no celebratory drink involved here; instead, the forceful expulsion results from a remarkable increase in pressure caused by a chemical reaction. The reaction at play involves aluminium chloride and sodium carbonate, which combine to produce carbon dioxide gas. This same gas is responsible for the effervescence experienced when shaking a bottle of champagne or any other fizzy beverage. Yet, unlike those delightful bubbles that gradually escape from solution, here we witness gases expanding rapidly and forcefully. Gases possess an extraordinary ability to occupy significantly more space than liquids or solids do. It is precisely this rapid expansion that underlies the immense destruction seen in chemical explosions involving materials like dynamite or TNT. This photograph serves as both a demonstration and an experiment within the realm of chemistry. It showcases how different substances can react violently with one another when conditions are just right. The equipment used in this laboratory setting highlights the controlled environment necessary for such reactions to take place safely. Science Photo Library has once again captured an awe-inspiring moment where science meets spectacle – reminding us all of the incredible power contained within even seemingly innocuous objects like bottles and corks.
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