Thermite reaction
When ignited by a glycerin/permanganate reaction, an aluminum/iron oxide mixture reacts vigorously and spectacularly, producing molten iron and aluminum oxide.
When ignited by a glycerin/permanganate reaction, an aluminum/iron oxide mixture reacts vigorously and spectacularly, producing molten iron and aluminum oxide.
Powdered aluminum and powdered iodine are mixed together. Adding drops of water to the mixture initiates a reaction.
Powdered aluminum and solid iodine are mixed and no reaction is observed. Adding water to the mixture initiates a reaction.