Potassium Permanganate: THE Most PURPLE possible. (And it really wants to destroy you)
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Potassium Permanganate is widely used in the world, everything from water purification to wilderness fire-starters. But what is it? Where do you buy KMnO4? (You really can't) How do I make Potassium Permanganate? (You really shouldn't) But we will answer all your questions regarding this fascinating oxidizing agent.
Potassium Permanganate is the most intensely coloured molecule in the world, and is such a powerful oxidizer, it will destroy any organic material it touches. (That includes you!) Be safe, have fun, and DON'T PLAY WITH POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE!
00:00 Intro to Potassium Permanganate
00:30 What is KMnO4, and what are the uses of Potassium Permanganate?
02:15 Showing the PURPLE of Potassium Permanganate.
02:40 How to make Potassium Permanganate.
06:36 Spontaneous combustion of Potassium Permanganate with Glycerin.
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That is so cool! Love the purple color, I was actually a little disappointed that the fire wasn't purple. 😆 Great video!
@DestructiveCreativity
2 жыл бұрын
We will have to make purple flames at some point. :)
@monarchatto6095
2 жыл бұрын
It is slightly lilac though due to the potassium.
Great video, excellent as always and wow quite the reaction for such a small amount of material, thanks for sharing!
@DestructiveCreativity
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend. :)
The name and the color really makes me think of pomegranate juice haha. Really love the chemistry videos! Very interesting topics and well explained.
@DestructiveCreativity
2 жыл бұрын
Believe me, you are not alone! Pomegranate is the first thing in my mind as well. :) Thanks for stopping by.
Very informative! I once had bright pink water coming from my taps in Onoway AB thanks to this chemical.
@DestructiveCreativity
2 жыл бұрын
I remember hearing about that! They deemed it safe for consumption but advised not to drink, I believe.
@shaunawilkinson8292
2 жыл бұрын
@@DestructiveCreativity The official word at that time was that it was completely safe and that it was never a health risk.
will this permanganate create a purple patina on copper when brushed? or when applying hot?
From where we can get it¿
@DestructiveCreativity
2 жыл бұрын
Sadly, it isn't easy to buy, but it is simple to make if you have some Manganese metal.
That looks like a delicious purple drink. Is it grape flavoured?
@DestructiveCreativity
2 жыл бұрын
Sadly, this belongs to the "forbidden coolaid" of flavors.
Why do we see green when it's purple? Haha, drink a 2 liter bottle of grape soda and call me after you sit on the toilet the next day.