Chloric Acid and Chlorine Dioxide from Matches | Unstable, Dangerous, and Very Yellow!

Duration: 4:45

Chloric acid is a somewhat rare chemical to encounter: it doesn't have many uses, and there are only a handful of videos actually showing this substance in action. In this video, we'll see just why... Want to help support videos like this? Check out the links below to donate: https://www.patreon.com/LabCoatz https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/labcoatz As a general warning, this is not something I recommend trying without proper ventilation, knowledge, and protective equipment. Hot acid was sprayed in all directions, dangerous gases were generated, and everything stank like chlorine (but more sickly-sweet...because chlorine dioxide). Additionally, if any dyes or impurities are left with the potassium chlorate when sulfuric acid is added, they will be immediately destroyed along with a good portion of the chloric acid. As I always say, you can try this at home...just. Be. SAFE.