20 Amazing Chemical Reaction GIFs

By All That's Interesting | Edited By Savannah Cox
Published December 29, 2013
Updated August 25, 2017

Some truly strange stuff can happen with basic elements. Even within our own bodies, chemical reactions occur that seem like magic. Enjoy 20 of the most mesmerizing and fascinating GIFs of the bizarre workings of the chemical world:

Prince Rupert’s Drop suffers a fracture

White tin crumbling into grey tin after cooling to less than 13 degrees Celsius

Chemical Reaction GIFs Tin Morphing

Source: Pikd It

Elephant’s toothpaste

Chemical Reaction GIFs Elephant Toothpaste

Source: Cheezburger

Chemical Reaction GIFs: Mercury reacting with aluminum

Burning ammonium dichromate

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All That's Interesting
author
All That's Interesting
Established in 2010, All That's Interesting brings together a dedicated staff of digital publishing veterans and subject-level experts in history, true crime, and science. From the lesser-known byways of human history to the uncharted corners of the world, we seek out stories that bring our past, present, and future to life. Privately-owned since its founding, All That's Interesting maintains a commitment to unbiased reporting while taking great care in fact-checking and research to ensure that we meet the highest standards of accuracy.
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Savannah Cox
editor
Savannah Cox
Savannah Cox holds a Master's in International Affairs from The New School as well as a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, and now serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Sheffield. Her work as a writer has also appeared on DNAinfo.
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