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Fluorescence

Glowing Tonic Water Fountain

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Chemistry
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Chemistry
Quinine
Luminescence
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Soft drinks
Carbonated water
Tonic water
Tonic
Fluorescence
Ultraviolet
Fountain
Phosphorescence

Glowing Tonic Water Fountain Diana Luna 2B Purpose The purpose of this demonstration is to display the fluorescence of tonic water under a black light and a recreation of Hero?s fountain, which defies the laws of gravity. Supplies Tonic water (preferably 0.75 L) 2-2L soda bottles Fountain connector Black light (or UV light) Tray (to catch overflowing tonic water) Procedure Obtain and clean out two 2- liter soda bottles. Fill one bottle ? full with tonic water. Screw fountain connector onto both bottles. Turn bottles over and fountain will erupt. Why does tonic water glow?
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