How to Use Dry Ice Effectively in the Classroom
Dry ice can be a great learning tool for classroom activities.
Teachers are always on the lookout for excellent ways to make classroom learning more enjoyable when it comes down to education. By bringing in exceptional experiments and activities, you could keep a class full of students engaged and help with a lesson or two. Dry ice can be a great learning tool for these types of classroom activities. And due to its unique properties and exciting fog effects, this ice could be used for chemistry experiments, volcano demonstrations, and special effects in a theater production. In any type of classroom, you will need to keep your safety in mind when it comes to handling and storing your this ice. Here is our helpful guide to working with dry ice effectively in the classroom.
Take Proper Precautions
Dry ice, which is a very solid form of carbon dioxide, is an incredibly cold substance that will sublimate instead of melt. This means that it “melts” and then turns into a gas instead of liquid-like with wet ice. This is what creates that noticeable fog effect that we usually associate with ice, and makes it a very excellent refrigeration tool. On the surface, this kind of ice is around -109 degrees Fahrenheit, so you should take care when using it in school. Make sure you’re using tongs and gloves to prevent injuries and use it in well-ventilated spaces.
Secured Storage
Since dry ice will melt into gaseous carbon dioxide, storing it safely to avoid any injuries and damages is crucial. Over time, the carbon dioxide gas will build up in the storage container, so you will want to make sure that it is well ventilated. Storing your ice in an airtight container could cause pressure to build and eventually hurt the container, possibly even creating an explosion. Pick the right form of ice for your needs to store it as safely as possible. Dry ice can be bought as chips, pellets, and blocks to suit your classroom needs.
Be Aware of The Risks
Lastly, make sure that you run students through the safety risks that are involved with using dry ice. Keep your classroom well-ventilated to stop the buildup of carbon dioxide and stop injuries with safe handling of the dry ice products’ storage.
Dry Ice For All Your Needs
Dry Ice Corp is the largest regional supplier of dry ice and related products in the Northeastern United States. Our ice is fresh and delivered right to your doorstep. We are happy to help you determine the best way to ship your goods, whether you have a huge amount of cookies or a single pie, and help you select the perfect amount of dry ice for the job. Give us a call at (201) 767-3200 or contact us online for a quote. To connect with us online, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter.
