That happens simply by throwing the metals in water, but what would happen if you loaded a bullet with them and then shoot it at water? Well, The Backyard Scientist decided to find out. He filled ...

The apparatus below is used to react calcium with water and collect the gas. This would not be used with sodium or potassium as they float and the reaction is too vigorous. Next page.

Bhattacharya said that the potassium in coconut water also may benefit other people who do not exercise. The typical American diet is low in potassium and high in sodium, which is found in table salt.