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This page, written for children, describes experiments or amusements involving hazardous chemicals, electricity, or projectiles. The activities described have caused serious injuries and should not be attempted at any age without proper training, supervision, and equipment.
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Experiments (Pounded antimony sprinkled)
Pounded antimony sprinkled into the vapour takes fire immediately. A thin slice of phosphorus placed in a deflagrating ladle and placed into the vapour of bromine ignites very quickly.
A solution of sulphate of indigo, or an infusion of red cabbage, are easily bleached by being shaken violently with the vapour of bromine.