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By answering this question I'm assuming you meant steel wool? Vinegar is a weak acid but exposure over extended periods of time will cause corrosion to metals.

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What is the appearance of steel wool after twenty minutes in vinegar?

After 20 minutes in vinegar, steel wool will start to dissolve due to the acetic acid in the vinegar reacting with the iron in the steel wool. This will cause the steel wool to become thinner, weaker, and discolored.


Will vinegar rust steel wool?

yes, it will.


What will Pepsi do to steel wool?

Depends on whether you leave the steel wool in the Pepsi. If you take it out, the water in the Pepsi will cause the steel wool to rust away. If you leave it in, the phosphoric acid will slowly dissolve the steel wool.


What are some examples of things that react with vinegar and how do they react?

Some examples of things that react with vinegar include baking soda, steel wool, and eggshells. When these substances come into contact with vinegar, a chemical reaction occurs. For example, when baking soda and vinegar are combined, they create a fizzy reaction as carbon dioxide gas is released. Steel wool reacts with vinegar to form iron acetate, which can be used as a wood stain. Eggshells, which are made of calcium carbonate, dissolve in vinegar due to its acidic nature.


What product gives an exothermic reaction when added with vinegar?

steel wool


What do sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid do to steel wool?

Sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid can both react with steel wool to produce hydrogen gas. Sodium hydroxide may also corrode the steel wool by forming iron oxide. Hydrochloric acid can dissolve the steel wool as it reacts with the iron to form iron chloride.


What will happen if you soak a pad of steel wool in vinegar rinse it and then seal it in a plastic bag for several days?

The vinegar will react with the steel wool, causing it to rust. Sealing it in a plastic bag will prevent the moisture from evaporating, which can accelerate the rusting process. After several days, the steel wool will likely be completely rusted.


Does a steel wool pad and vinegar generate heat?

No, steel wool and vinegar do not generate heat when combined. The chemical reaction between the two ingredients creates a solution that can be used for various cleaning purposes, such as removing stains or rust.


Will vinegar remove rust from an antique meat grinder?

Yes, vinegar can be effective at removing rust from metal surfaces. You can try soaking the rusty parts of the meat grinder in vinegar for a few hours or overnight, then scrubbing with a brush or steel wool to remove the rust. Rinse and dry thoroughly after cleaning.


Will vinegar dissolve aluminum?

No, vinegar will not dissolve aluminum.


What household chemicals cause steel wool to rust?

Bleach or chlorox bleach will help cause rust. Vinegar can also help cause rust. If you combine both it rust even quicker. Vinegar is also said to also be a cleaning agent for rust. It will be fun for you to do an experiment to verify both theories.


Is steel wool a conductor?

steel wool is steel made from wool, so it would be neither