Household chemistry.

Do potatoes cook faster in a pot of water boiling vigorously or a pot of water boiling gentle? Why?
by Anonymous on March 8th, 2010 | 2 people like this | 4 answers | in Household chemistry

what is the difference between iodized table salt and plain table salt?
by nohav18 on February 18th, 2010 | 2 answers | in Household chemistry

I bought some sulfuric acid (battery acid) from Advance Auto Parts, but it won't dehydrate sugar into carbon. Why won't it work?
by flarn2006 on January 3rd, 2010 | 3 answers | in Household chemistry

What chemical supplier (in the US) has good prices, won't charge me more for shipping multiple orders, and ships to residences?
by flarn2006 on January 2nd, 2010 | no answers | in Household chemistry

what is the coolest project in the world
by inky508 on January 1st, 2010 | one answer | in Household chemistry

Which dishwasher detergent works the best?
by Max Power on November 23rd, 2009 | one answer | in Household chemistry

Today i was cleaning cat pee and i decided that i would use borax (sodium tetraborate) and water i spread the solution on the carpet then went in with a ultraviolet to see were the stain was so i could brush then i noticed that the carpet was getting hot.
by fatcat37 on November 21st, 2009 | 2 answers | in Household chemistry

Why wont my lava lamp work? when heated the lava tends to form a ball and sit at the bottom of the lamp with very slight movements. its fresh out of the box new and worked normally for 2 days before this started happening.
by burr on November 20th, 2009 | 3 answers | in Household chemistry

If I placed 1 tsp of baking soda and 1 tsp of vinegar in a glass of water is the results a chemical or pysical reaction.
by Alanna on November 16th, 2009 | one answer | in Household chemistry

If you spill acid on yourself, you should wash it off with water. Why shouldn't you try to neutralize the acid with a base?
by Anonymous on November 9th, 2009 | one answer | in Household chemistry

I have a very hairy dog with dreadlocks (Komondor) that I would like to rise with some solution in the tub to speed up her drying time after I wash her. I need something safe of course. Any suggestions? She often molds since drying ta
by dogsgonewild on September 7th, 2009 | no answers | in Household chemistry

What are some important uses of buffers(aqueous solution) in everyday life?
by Sweet and Sour on August 12th, 2009 | 2 answers | in Household chemistry

Will a soda pop can be more likely to explode when it is on its side, right side up, or upsidedown? Why? Need answer so my kids won't think I'm stupid.
by Anonymous on July 25th, 2009 | one answer | in Household chemistry

Which foods are basic? (in the sense of pH)
by The Elizabeth on July 20th, 2009 | one answer | in Household chemistry

If you shake a plastic bottle with vinegar, the bottle feels colder. Why?
by BlackHat on July 12th, 2009 | 2 answers | in Household chemistry

Anyone know where I can buy a small amount of potassium cyanide for personal use? I don't own a business - most sellers require business details. Thanks if you can help.
by Anonymous on June 23rd, 2009 | one answer | in Household chemistry

Is there a way to measure the amount of ozone in a room?
by Natter91 on June 20th, 2009 | one answer | in Household chemistry

What would happen if you placed carbonated drink (like Coke or Pespi) into the freezing section of your refrigerator ? I am just curious because I was just putting some Coke into my fridge, and I left on in the freezing section out of curiosity!
by Gari on June 14th, 2009 | 5 answers | in Household chemistry

Does the ice seem more slippery when you are warned to be careful of it?
by ShiroJuno on May 29th, 2009 | 3 answers | in Household chemistry

What is magnesium sulfate more commonly known as?
by keithold thanks all baggers on May 19th, 2009 | 3 answers | in Household chemistry