Yes, pearls do melt in vinegar with time! A pearl is mostly calcium carbonate which is susceptible to even a weak acid solution. The crystals of calcium carbonate are converted by acetic acid (vinegar) into calcium which gets dissolved in the residual water and bubbles of carbon dioxide are produced. The other liquids which can also serve the purpose includes lemon juice, battery fluid.
The following reaction occurs -
CaCO3 + CH3COOH --> Ca + H2O + CO2
You can try this experiment at your home. There are common household substances such as beer, vinegar or citrus fruit that can be used to perform the activity. With the span of time the pearls will start dissolving in the substances. Perform this activity and share it with us.
CaCO3 + CH3COOH --> Ca + H2O + CO2
You can try this experiment at your home. There are common household substances such as beer, vinegar or citrus fruit that can be used to perform the activity. With the span of time the pearls will start dissolving in the substances. Perform this activity and share it with us.
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