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Learn how to set up your own simple lab distillation system with this step-by-step guide! In this informative video, I’ll walk you through the necessary glassware and equipment needed to assemble your own apparatus along with tips and tricks aimed at increasing working efficiency. Whether you’re a student, hobbyist, or science enthusiast, this video will empower you to conduct distillation experiments with confidence! To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1 Gear Used in This Video: △ Magnetic Stirrer Hot Plate Max 716°F, 100-2000RPM Hot Plate: https://amzn.to/4bESx1T △ 3 Way Distilling Thermometer Adapter: https://amzn.to/4b0ocKl △ Borosilicate Glass Liebig Condenser with 24/40 Joint 500mm: https://amzn.to/4c3IbZe △ Single Neck 1 Neck Round Bottom Flask RBF, Glass Boiling Flask: https://amzn.to/3KpZQ1v △ QWORK Glass 1000ml Single Neck Flat Bottom Boiling Flask: https://amzn.to/3KpZQ1v △ Submersible Pump 200GPH Ultra Quiet: https://amzn.to/4aQ4vEB △ Allen Tech PTFE Teflon tub: https://amzn.to/4e7JyYE △ Custom Embroidered Mens Medical Laboratory Coats - Add Your Name or Text: https://amzn.to/3yJOQJN △ Flexzilla Pro GC400PL Heavy Duty Cleaning, Neoprene: https://amzn.to/4bxQXPr Contact me here: https://www.molecularplayground.com/ Disclosures: All opinions are my own. Sponsors are acknowledged. Some links in the description are affiliate links that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.

Welcome to Episode 9 of Molecular Playground! In this episode, I make gunpowder using sodium nitrate instead of potassium nitrate. This is the Finale of the Pour & Play series! The theory behind this episode is that sodium nitrate packs more punch per pound than potassium nitrate, 19% more to be exact. This is because in sodium nitrate, 73% of the salt is nitrate versus 61% in potassium nitrate. Warning: Gunpowder fires can get very big and easily burn out of control DO NOT TRY AT HOME! Gear Used in this Video: △ Duda Energy 10sn 10 lb. Sodium Nitrate 99+%: https://amzn.to/3x3sEtD △ Duda Energy 10 lb Yellow Sulfur Powder Fertilizer: https://amzn.to/3X2dbER △ Smart Solutions Activated Charcoal Powder: https://amzn.to/3xcpP9A To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1

Welcome to Episode 8 of Molecular Playground! In this episode, I make the highly energetic compound known as Hexamine! Hexamine has broad applications in camping fuel tablets, military-grade explosives, and organic reactions! The science behind its synthesis is simple! Ammonia condenses with formaldehyde into a cage-like molecule with the structure of adamantane! This form packs a lot of energy into one gram—30 kilojoules in fact!—making it perfect for sustaining fires or packing more punch in demolitions! Warning: Hexamine fires can get very hot! Take necessary precautions when handling! To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1

Welcome to the first Fan Follow-Up Episode! In this, I test my activated carbon’s filtering ability to ensure its efficiency and reliability. But before we do that, I break down the essential steps involved in further activation to increase its effectiveness. Testing Activated Carbon: Join me as I demonstrate activation techniques and share insights into the factors that influence activated carbon performance. Explore the critical factors that impact its adsorption capabilities, making it a go-to solution for purifying liquids and gases. To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1

Welcome to Episode 7 of Molecular Playground! Today, I'm conducting a unique scientific experiment – creating Silica Supported Polyphosphoric Acid Catalyst! The Making of a Super Catalyst: Join me as I delve into the fascinating process of combining silica with polyphosphoric acid to produce a powerful catalyst. Silica Supported Polyphosphoric Acid is renowned for its role in organic syntheses in its ability to catalyze reactions with precision and efficiency. To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1 #CatalystCreation #PolyphosphoricAcid #ChemistryInnovation #scienceexploration #MolecularPlayground

Welcome to Episode 6 of Molecular Playground! I perform haloform reaction by creating chloroform from two common substances: acetone and pool chlorinating liquid. It's not just an experiment; it's a journey into the heart of organic chemistry! Mixing acetone with sodium hypochlorite initiates a chemical reaction known as the haloform reaction which leads to the formation of chloroform. This reaction isn't just about combining ingredients; it's a perfect example of how halogenation works in organic compounds! Warning: Chloroform is extremely pungent and a powerful solvent! Handle with gloves and plenty of ventilation! To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1

Welcome to Episode 5 of Molecular Playground. I turn sugar into the activated carbon! Activated carbon is known for its high porosity and immense surface area, making it pivotal in applications like water filtration and air purification. To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1

In Episode 4, we explore the reaction of halogenation of alkenes using bromine. This reaction is used in making brominated vegetable oil (BVO). BVOs are crucial in keeping flavorings like citrus oil evenly distributed in drinks. But we're taking this experiment to the kitchen! I’ll show you how to brominate vegetable oil and then use it in a way you might not expect - to fry eggs! It's a unique twist that combines chemistry with everyday cooking! *Correction: It’s 9% Oleic Acid not Olenic Acid To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1

Welcome to an exciting Episode 3 on Molecular Playground! I transform Styrofoam into a powerful adhesive using nothing but acetone! In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of polymer science. Watch as we take ordinary Styrofoam, a material we often see as waste, and repurpose it into something incredibly useful – a super glue! To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1

In Episode 2 of Pour & Play, we make aluminum chloride anhydrously. Simply adding hydrochloric acid to aluminum produces a chemically worthless product (hard-to-clean metal sludge and very noxious fumes). This is because aluminum chloride binds to water so strongly that any attempt to dehydrate it will instead oxidize the product into aluminum oxychloride. Anhydrous aluminum chloride though is an extremely valuable reagent in Organic Chemistry. It can rapidly catalyze reactions pertaining to aromatic compounds and movement of electrons. Warning: Chlorine Gas involved. DO NOT try this at home. This is for demonstration purposes only. To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground down here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1

We start at Level 1: Pour & Play. In this Molecular Playground series, you will learn basic experiments that create practical products in a single step—beginning with Acetone Peroxide. Acetone Peroxide is best used for initiating free-radical halogenations and polymerizations as it is cheap and much easier to make than benzoyl peroxide. Warning: DO NOT Test this at home. Acetone Peroxide is extremely flammable when wet and extremely explosive when dry. I worked with the wet quantity to perform this fire show. Do not detonate dry acetone peroxide like this! This is for demonstration purposes only. To see more amazing content, check out Molecular Playground YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOU-9RkIlms9Syq5513BXg?sub_confirmation=1