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Yes. Putting dry ice in a drink is chemistry. You are witnessing a physical change. Now, if you are asking whether a chemical process is taking place, the answer is no. All that is happening is that the dry ice is changing physical forms: from solid to gas, a phase transition known as sublimation.
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How do you create dry ice?
chemistry
In which branch of science would you study dry ice?
Chemistry or physics.
Could you bring dry ice to school?
Ask your chemistry teacher.
Is dry ice safe to put in drinks?
Yes. Dry ice is safe to put in drinks. It's only carbon dioxide (the same thing that makes soda fizzy) in it's frozen form. However, it is not safe to ingest. Ingestion of dry ice would result in a hospital visit. Also, putting in too much dry ice will cause the drink to freeze and be undrinkable.
What can water ice do that dry ice cant?
Water ice can not do very much that dry ice can't do. The main things it can do are:Keep things less cold than dry ice. This could be good if you don't want to over freeze the food in your cooler.Keep drinks cold without carbonating them.Can be eaten by a human.Can be made for MUCH less money.EDIT:It can melt. Dry ice can only sublimate.
How do you use dry ice?
You can use dry ice in a variety of ways. You can use it to keep drinks cold, in hot tubs or pools and more to make fog effects, and to keep some insects away.
Is dry ice a chemical change or a physical change?
I just had this question for a chemistry and it is a physical change
What is the law governing food and drinks in the high school chemistry lab?
Food and drinks are not allowed in the high school chemistry lab.
What is the difference between Dry chemistry analyzer and Chemistry analyzer?
The difference between dry chemistry analyzer and the chemistry analyzer is the reagents used.
Why don't Germans put ice in their drinks?
Germans do put ice in their drinks.
Is it safe to use dry ice in a beverage?
The beverage'll probrably freeze over. Make sure there's no impurities in the dry ice, and avoid touching the ice at all costs. Whatever you do, DO NOT swallow the ice. -.-Keeping the above in mind, go for it!http://www.hauntyourhome.com/howto/dryicedrinks.htmThis is a useful site on this topic, and there isn't much to read. Check it out if you're using dry ice in drinks at parties.
Where can you find dry ice?
Dry ice can be bought in local grocery stores. However you can also produce your own dry ice through a portable dry ice maker. Certain portable dry ice makers are capable of producing 1-lb blocks of dry ice within a minute. Portable dry ice makers also don't occupy so much space since they are usually attached to CO2 containers and are not huge floor standing equipments. So allocating space for this equipment isn't a problem. It is advised to be fully informed on the safety precautions in handling dry ice before making your own at home. Check the link below, there is an article that discusses the perks of a portable dry ice maker comprehensibly.
