Yes it does, it builds up gas in the container it is in. Then gradually it WILL explode
No, bicarbonate soda (baking soda) and citric acid are different compounds. Baking soda is a base, while citric acid is an acid. When combined, they can react to create carbon dioxide gas, leading to leavening in baking.
When calcium chloride, baking soda, and citric acid are dissolved in water, a chemical reaction occurs. The citric acid reacts with the baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas, which creates bubbles. The calcium chloride may also react with the citric acid, but this reaction is typically slower and less significant than the reaction between citric acid and baking soda.
The gas produced when citric acid reacts with baking soda is carbon dioxide.
This makes an endothermic reaction and a drop in temperature. When the baking soda is added to the citric acid it begins to bubble. After a few seconds the citric acid will stop bubbling and remain calm.
It fizzes up.
citric acid is more soluble than baking soda, and baking soda is more soluble than salt
Citric acid will react to baking soda creating sodium citrate and carbon dioxide when mixed with water. Citric acid is also an additive in foods.
This is an example of an acid-base reaction, where citric acid (acid) reacts with baking soda (base) to produce carbon dioxide gas. The decrease in temperature is due to the release of energy during the reaction.
Use a dry salt of citric acid - like sodium citrate. Add water. THEN they react.
why is citric acid more water soluable than baking soda
If you look at the ingredients for Alka-Seltzer, you will find that it contains citric acid and sodium bicarbonate(baking soda). When you drop the tablet in water, the acid and the baking soda react -- this produces the fizz.
A mixture of ammonium acetate and citrate is obtained.