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Piranha Solution

Posted: Sat Mar 29, 2025 9:15 am
by Zema Bus
Piranha solution is a solution of concentrated sulfuric acid and hydrogen peroxide:



The solution typically turns black, then it becomes clear again as the carbon exits the beaker as CO2.

Re: Piranha Solution

Posted: Sat Mar 29, 2025 9:54 am
by Grogan
It sounds like a good "solution" to a lot of problems :-)

Yes, that would be quite reactive with the additional oxidizer. Nice name for it too.

Re: Piranha Solution

Posted: Sat Mar 29, 2025 8:20 pm
by Zema Bus
I was thinking the same thing lol!