The Aluminum Works

Toilet bowl cleaners are typically fairly concentrated solutions of hydrochloric acid [HCl] and some detergents. Assuming that, the reaction is: 6HCl + 2Al = 2AlCl3 + 3H2(gas). the hydrogen gas is what causes the bottle to explode. I didn't write most of this. Someone else did. It may be boring but I want to watch it. Watch IT In this particular test, we used The Works, which works the best. The reaction goes slow for about the first minue, then it speed sup very quickly. The bottle fills with gas and feels tight, then expands a bit, then explodes. the liquids inside boil and froth while they release hydrogen gas and heat. Be aware that you do not want to be around when this reaction is underway. take precaution around these hazardous materials. the clod that is produced causes your eyes and mouth to burn. DO NOT walk through the clouds. FYI, Hydrogen is explosively flammable, so one should not play around with this like the guy seen in this film. many have been harmed playing with hydrogen unsafely.