That video was obviously fake as fuck to anyone who actually paid any attention, what I don't understand is how you take 4 minutes to explain how a 3 minute video is fake. You tell people to do research next time, while how about you think about what you're gonna say before you make a stupid video trying to stop stupid people from being stupid. fix your eyebrows and your yellow teeth too. thanks. you know nothing about chemistry or the scientific method or appearing intelligent.
@SpenserRoger you need to chill and be accepting, coward, hiding behind your username thinking you can do anything you want bc of your anonymity. He is free to make what ever videos he wants, u don't have to waste your time with videos you don't like, so why waste your time ranting about videos you wasted your time WATCHING!?!?! you know what, I don't understand YOU.
@WatchOutImAStalker Haha, thank you. No worries, I'm honestly not offended by Spenser. I do appreciate the kind defense, though. It's uncommon around these parts.
When you say "I looked it up on wikipedia I'm not just making this up", idk to me that statement just sounds really bad. I mean I know it can be a really reliable source of info, but to me it just sounds contradictory...lol...nothing against you and I'm not trying to sound like a jerk or anything I just found it funny :D (also I agree the experiment is totally dumb)
Actually sodium acetate is easily made: mix sodium bicarbonate and acetic acid (baking soda and vinegar). The end byproducts of the chemical equation are water, carbon dioxide, and sodium acetate.
If it wasn't clear to anyone who's thumbed through a chemistry textbook (or seen the inside of a cookbook) one cannot create a precision experiment with "some" as a unit of measure.
@gwynplainne I do mention that about a minute in. The "its more complicated" was referring to separating the Sodium Acetate from the other stuff. Sodium Acetate is cool stuff, but it certainly wouldn't lead to sodium polyacrylate. Also, it's good to see a rational thinker here. Your TA comment gave me a laugh :P
@gphhawkins Erm, this -is- a video on how it is fake. I'm not going to waste time and materials on a fools errand. Krosh7 has been so kind to volunteer to do it himself. He said 6 days ago that the video will be up in two days, so I'm sure he's just hard at work.
P.S. He made the Calcium Bicarbonate. It was the Vinegar and Baking Soda mix. While not a true form of Calcium Bicarbonate it is the closest you are gonna get. The Calcium Acetate was the powder. So research some more before you try to be cool and diss on somebody for making a few typing errors. I do this in the class I T.A. in and I haven't had a problem with it yet.
@Kroush7 Not sure where you got the impression that I was "trying to be cool." Bitches love chemistry.
I really could care less if you're a TA or a professor, anyone that thinks adding that stuff together will make water "lose its polar ability" is misinformed.
@Omega92 Oh I would never say it looses it's polar ability as that statement alone really is illogical in said circumstance. I would however say the chemicals in the right order following the right procedure lead to a change from liquid to semi-solid with addition of open air.
@Kroush7 So you expect me to believe that someone who can't even explain what is occurring managed to stick some random kitchen materials together to create a successful reaction? Do tell, why does it form spheres below the surface? Why isn't the top exposed surface of the water the same sort of solid? If you'd be so kind, make a video response to this of you performing this very reaction. Include detailed reaction equations, since you're a T.A. and all.
@Kroush7 I look forward to it. Unless this kid somehow managed to accidentally synthesize sodium polyacrylate in a manner that professional chemists are unaware of, I'm not getting my hopes up. That being said, if you do produce a legitimate video, I'll certainly admit I'm wrong.
@Kroush7 : "P.S. He made the Calcium Bicarbonate. It was the Vinegar and Baking Soda mix. "
Praytell, how does one derive calcium bicarbonate (Ca(HCO3)2) out of acetic acid (CH3COOH) and sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3)? From whence does the calcium spontaneously generate?
Out of curiosity, under what subject do you TA, since it is clearly not chemistry? Attempting to demonstrate Internet hoaxes as part of the curriculum... do you teach Acting?
I did it and it worked fine. A lot of people just fuck up the recipe, don't stir enough, or did not follow the time restrictions. And yes the guy from the original video did fuck up what he was typing a few times, but it still works.
The maker of the original video liked to mix up his chemistry words. Instead of Iodized Salt, it was Ionized Salt, and instead of Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking soda, Which explains the fizzing of the second mixture) it was Calcium Bicarbonate.
@LotharMK Clearly you listen to the English department too much. Wikipedia is as creditable as any other encyclopedia. I'll cite whatever I please. Thanks for the concern, though.
@Omega92 It's not a concern. It's a complaint. Wiki has legitimate credit. I use it too, but you need to take everything on that sit with a grain of salt the size of Lot's wife.
you guys have no idea how HARD you all just got trolled! Those are things you can get at a store, they are little balls that swell up in water seem almost 100% clear while in the water. My brother mixed clear with a different color and I was wondering why it looked like that until I STUCK MY HAND IN AND IT WAS CLEAR BALLS. No one on here is actually gonna buy and mix chemicals so they are going to believe whatever they are shown, but its all BS. Just thought I should let you know
It's pretty simple, the 'spheres' are made of a material with a very similar refractive index to water, thus you can't see them. And surface tension is caused by a molecules polarity, so "losing polar ability" to create a sphere is just asinine. Also, Calcium Bicarbonate exists only in aqueous solution, not in powder form. The poster of that video denies negative comments in child-like fashion , you can see the marbles at ~2:10. End rant.
@johnizzle725 Youtube's comments system sucks so I'm not sure which comment this was a response to. Just was expressing my confusion as to why some people were responding to this video like it was the original. Made it seem like they commented before watching.
That video was obviously fake as fuck to anyone who actually paid any attention, what I don't understand is how you take 4 minutes to explain how a 3 minute video is fake. You tell people to do research next time, while how about you think about what you're gonna say before you make a stupid video trying to stop stupid people from being stupid. fix your eyebrows and your yellow teeth too. thanks. you know nothing about chemistry or the scientific method or appearing intelligent.
SpenserRoger 2 months ago
@SpenserRoger Lol'd. Thanks for raging over a stupid video :]
Omega92 2 months ago 2
@SpenserRoger you need to chill and be accepting, coward, hiding behind your username thinking you can do anything you want bc of your anonymity. He is free to make what ever videos he wants, u don't have to waste your time with videos you don't like, so why waste your time ranting about videos you wasted your time WATCHING!?!?! you know what, I don't understand YOU.
WatchOutImAStalker 1 month ago
@WatchOutImAStalker Haha, thank you. No worries, I'm honestly not offended by Spenser. I do appreciate the kind defense, though. It's uncommon around these parts.
Omega92 3 weeks ago
@SpenserRoger This video's better than you Bass kitten love...so yeah, you mad bro?
RsBl0gger91 3 weeks ago
@RsBl0gger91 Haha, thanks man. No worries, Spenser will live on feeling a bit better for insulting a stranger over the internet.
Omega92 3 weeks ago
Thumbs up for Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies in the background!
Good explanation though BTW.
benzo41190 2 months ago
@benzo41190 Hah, those were my roommate's :P
Thanks!
Omega92 2 months ago
you really piss me off.
wealthyhobo 5 months ago
@wealthyhobo Any particular reason for that?
Omega92 5 months ago
Calcium Bicarbonate is not a kitchen ingredient.
Coyotepupz 6 months ago
wasn't it easier to just say it's hydrogel marbles in a glass of water and leave it at that? :P
anipet 7 months ago
@anipet well then, that'd be a very short and boring video :P
Plus I wanted to provide some specific information. No reason to believe me if I don't back up my claims.
Omega92 7 months ago 3
@Omega92 Ok, I dig the answer, just add that the 'stuff' you mention is called hydrogel and we're all set, hehe.. greetings ;)
anipet 7 months ago
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phop19 8 months ago
When you say "I looked it up on wikipedia I'm not just making this up", idk to me that statement just sounds really bad. I mean I know it can be a really reliable source of info, but to me it just sounds contradictory...lol...nothing against you and I'm not trying to sound like a jerk or anything I just found it funny :D (also I agree the experiment is totally dumb)
phop19 8 months ago
@phop19 yeah yeah. wikipedia haters gonna hate.
Omega92 8 months ago
Actually sodium acetate is easily made: mix sodium bicarbonate and acetic acid (baking soda and vinegar). The end byproducts of the chemical equation are water, carbon dioxide, and sodium acetate.
If it wasn't clear to anyone who's thumbed through a chemistry textbook (or seen the inside of a cookbook) one cannot create a precision experiment with "some" as a unit of measure.
gwynplainne 8 months ago
@gwynplainne I do mention that about a minute in. The "its more complicated" was referring to separating the Sodium Acetate from the other stuff. Sodium Acetate is cool stuff, but it certainly wouldn't lead to sodium polyacrylate. Also, it's good to see a rational thinker here. Your TA comment gave me a laugh :P
Omega92 8 months ago
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gwynplainne 8 months ago
hey dude, make a video on how its fake and actually do what he did in the video at least a few times, then if it upload it
gphhawkins 8 months ago
@gphhawkins Erm, this -is- a video on how it is fake. I'm not going to waste time and materials on a fools errand. Krosh7 has been so kind to volunteer to do it himself. He said 6 days ago that the video will be up in two days, so I'm sure he's just hard at work.
Omega92 8 months ago
P.S. He made the Calcium Bicarbonate. It was the Vinegar and Baking Soda mix. While not a true form of Calcium Bicarbonate it is the closest you are gonna get. The Calcium Acetate was the powder. So research some more before you try to be cool and diss on somebody for making a few typing errors. I do this in the class I T.A. in and I haven't had a problem with it yet.
Kroush7 9 months ago
@Kroush7 Not sure where you got the impression that I was "trying to be cool." Bitches love chemistry.
I really could care less if you're a TA or a professor, anyone that thinks adding that stuff together will make water "lose its polar ability" is misinformed.
Omega92 9 months ago
@Omega92 Oh I would never say it looses it's polar ability as that statement alone really is illogical in said circumstance. I would however say the chemicals in the right order following the right procedure lead to a change from liquid to semi-solid with addition of open air.
Kroush7 9 months ago
@Kroush7 So you expect me to believe that someone who can't even explain what is occurring managed to stick some random kitchen materials together to create a successful reaction? Do tell, why does it form spheres below the surface? Why isn't the top exposed surface of the water the same sort of solid? If you'd be so kind, make a video response to this of you performing this very reaction. Include detailed reaction equations, since you're a T.A. and all.
Omega92 9 months ago
@Omega92 Video to come in two days where the exact correct process will be performed as well as described in detail.
Kroush7 9 months ago
@Kroush7 I look forward to it. Unless this kid somehow managed to accidentally synthesize sodium polyacrylate in a manner that professional chemists are unaware of, I'm not getting my hopes up. That being said, if you do produce a legitimate video, I'll certainly admit I'm wrong.
Omega92 9 months ago
@Kroush7 : "P.S. He made the Calcium Bicarbonate. It was the Vinegar and Baking Soda mix. "
Praytell, how does one derive calcium bicarbonate (Ca(HCO3)2) out of acetic acid (CH3COOH) and sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3)? From whence does the calcium spontaneously generate?
Out of curiosity, under what subject do you TA, since it is clearly not chemistry? Attempting to demonstrate Internet hoaxes as part of the curriculum... do you teach Acting?
gwynplainne 8 months ago
I did it and it worked fine. A lot of people just fuck up the recipe, don't stir enough, or did not follow the time restrictions. And yes the guy from the original video did fuck up what he was typing a few times, but it still works.
Kroush7 9 months ago
@Kroush7 cool story bro.
Omega92 9 months ago
The maker of the original video liked to mix up his chemistry words. Instead of Iodized Salt, it was Ionized Salt, and instead of Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking soda, Which explains the fizzing of the second mixture) it was Calcium Bicarbonate.
danielezimmerman 9 months ago
Wow! You went on Wiki. You clearly know your facts.
LotharMK 9 months ago
@LotharMK Sure do.
Omega92 9 months ago
@Omega92 Ok. Clearly, you have some sort of education. I'm sure you've been told, Wiki is not a source. If you use it, don't site it.
LotharMK 9 months ago
@LotharMK Clearly you listen to the English department too much. Wikipedia is as creditable as any other encyclopedia. I'll cite whatever I please. Thanks for the concern, though.
Omega92 9 months ago
@Omega92 It's not a concern. It's a complaint. Wiki has legitimate credit. I use it too, but you need to take everything on that sit with a grain of salt the size of Lot's wife.
LotharMK 9 months ago
@LotharMK I'll forward your complaint to the proper authorities.
Omega92 9 months ago 3
good job on the video explanation man.
aldito2 10 months ago
@aldito2 Thanks!
Omega92 9 months ago
You good sir, are quite intelligent. I was going to post a comment, but it's pending (as to not give up his trick) and you explain it quite well.
IndomitusLupus 10 months ago
@IndomitusLupus hah, nah not any more intelligent than anyone else. thank you for the compliment, though :]
Omega92 9 months ago
Y'all postin in a troll thread
masterred345 10 months ago
The cleverest part about the video is he monitors the comments so no one can call him out in the comments column.
joshuagerlach 10 months ago
@joshuagerlach Is that why? Oh thank god. I was afraid everyone actually believed it :|
Omega92 10 months ago
you guys have no idea how HARD you all just got trolled! Those are things you can get at a store, they are little balls that swell up in water seem almost 100% clear while in the water. My brother mixed clear with a different color and I was wondering why it looked like that until I STUCK MY HAND IN AND IT WAS CLEAR BALLS. No one on here is actually gonna buy and mix chemicals so they are going to believe whatever they are shown, but its all BS. Just thought I should let you know
xcr4zym0nk3yx 10 months ago
@xcr4zym0nk3yx This entire video was about pointing that out. I don't know why you're saying any of that on this video.
Omega92 10 months ago
LOL Thank You, -_- these fucking retards have all been going down to my local store and buying out all the Calcium Bicarbonate.
Juib0987 10 months ago 7
@Juib0987 I think they're buying sodium bicarbonate, baking soda. Calcium Bicarbonate only exists as a liquid solution.
Omega92 10 months ago
lol thank you, fucking retards -_- have been going to my local store and buying out all the Calcium Bicarbinate
Juib0987 10 months ago
It's pretty simple, the 'spheres' are made of a material with a very similar refractive index to water, thus you can't see them. And surface tension is caused by a molecules polarity, so "losing polar ability" to create a sphere is just asinine. Also, Calcium Bicarbonate exists only in aqueous solution, not in powder form. The poster of that video denies negative comments in child-like fashion , you can see the marbles at ~2:10. End rant.
givinlivin 10 months ago
@givinlivin Yep, I think I covered a lot of what you said.
Omega92 10 months ago
@Omega92 Chill bro... People are just giving their two cents as well. There's no need to be be defensive, we know you're smart too
johnizzle725 10 months ago
@johnizzle725 Youtube's comments system sucks so I'm not sure which comment this was a response to. Just was expressing my confusion as to why some people were responding to this video like it was the original. Made it seem like they commented before watching.
Omega92 10 months ago