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    Sep 4, 2012, 12:31 PM
    Which chemical rxn to use??
    Chemical rxn which can propel a small toy car(2 pounds) and is non-corrosive and non-combustible (pls don't suggest baking lime+soda rxn)?? We also can't used compressed gases... Thanks in advance..!
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    Sep 4, 2012, 12:37 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by thisisrupam View Post
    Chemical rxn which can propel a small toy car(2 pounds) and is non-corrosive and non-combustible (pls don't suggest baking lime+soda rxn)??? We also can't used compressed gases.... Thanks in advance....!!

    This isn't homework, is it?
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    Sep 4, 2012, 12:44 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by JudyKayTee View Post
    This isn't homework, is it?
    Nope... not homework just challenged my friend over who could built a faster car propelled by a chemical rxn...

    His design is much better and light than mine so... I thought may be I could gain an upper edge with better rxn...
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    Sep 5, 2012, 03:32 AM
    Coke + mint flavoured menthos? :p

    PS: Don't eat/drink that combination. Research the reaction on the internet if you want to know why.
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