Spontaneous Combustion.
Reading edition
Mix a small quantity of chlorate of potash with spirit of wine in a strong saucer; add a little sulphuric acid, and an orange vapor will arise and burst into flame with a loud crackling sound.
Reading edition
Mix a small quantity of chlorate of potash with spirit of wine in a strong saucer; add a little sulphuric acid, and an orange vapor will arise and burst into flame with a loud crackling sound.