Acidic Collection

Porthgain lime workings, Pembrokeshire, West Wales
View of Porthgain lime workings on the Pembrokeshire coast, West Wales. Limestone was shipped in from South Pembrokeshire to produce lime

Rust treatment. Brush being used to apply a rust removing mix of chemicals to a rusty spanner. Many commercial mixes of chemicals are available to remove rust (iron oxide)

Waterfall of the Rio Vinagre, Cauca, Colombia
Waterfall of the Rio Vinagre (Pasambio river), Cauca, Colombia. The river rises near the Purace volcano and its waters are allegedly acidic

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Andrei Nicolas - The Traveler

Spicy Hot Red Cayenne Chili Peppers

Mountain fern moss (Hylocomium splendens) on forest floor. Photographed in a Scots pine forest in Glen Quoich, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK, in August

Molecular model of Formic Acid, digital illustration

Molecular model of Hydrogen Sulphide, digital illustration

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Acidic lake in Meenikunno Maastikukaitseala bog - fringed with Scots Pines Date:

Pond in heathland habitat, Chobham Common N. N. R. Surrey, England, August
Pond in heathland habitat, Chobham Common N.N.R. Surrey, England, August

Acid rain, lime spread over wetland, to reduce acidity, Sweden

Acid rain, helicopter lime spreading, to reduce acidity in rivers and wetlands, Sweden

Acid rain, helicopter filling up for lime spreading, to reduce acidity in rivers and wetlands, Sweden

Cranberry juice

Glass of red cranberry juice with fresh cranberries at the base of the drink

Venuss atmosphere, artwork
Venuss atmosphere, computer artwork. Venus has a thick, acidic atmosphere, that traps the heat of the Sun (arrows) causing a runaway green-house effect

Telegraph office battery room, 1889
Telegraph office battery room. 19th-century artwork showing workers producing and maintaining wet-cell batteries used to provide power in a telegraph office

Panorama of sulphur worker appearing out of toxic fumes at Kawah Ijen volcano, East Java, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Kawah Ijen and its turquoise acid crater lake, Java, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Raised bog habitat with birch and willow trees, Cors Caron, Ceredigion, Wales, october

Raised bog habitat and old flooded peat diggings, Cors Caron, Ceredigion, Wales, october

Trailing Azalea (Loiseleuria procumbens) flowering, growing over acidic granite rock, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, june

Heartburn, conceptual artwork. Man holding a hand over his stomach (red) in pain. This could represent heartburn, a burning pain caused by stomach acids escaping (refluxing)

Heartburn, conceptual image
MODEL RELEASED. Heartburn. Conceptual image representing heartburn, showing flames down a patients oesophagus (gullet) and stomach (bottom right)

Gooseberries (Ribes grossularia). Gooseberries are acidic and are used to make jams, jellies and pies

The Sulphur Cave, New Zealand
The Sulphur Cave at the Wai-O-Tapu (Sacred Waters) Thermal Wonderland Park, near Rotorua, on North Island in New Zealand

Peat bog, Scotland
Peat bog. Peat moss (Sphagnum sp.) around a pool in moorland. Photographed on Creag Choinnich, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, in September

The Devils Bath, New Zealand
The Devils Bath at the Wai-O-Tapu (Sacred Waters) Thermal Wonderland Park, near Rotorua, on the North Island, in New Zealand

The Frying Pan Flat, New Zealand
The Frying Pan Flat and Alum Cliffs at the Wai-O- Tapu (Sacred Waters) Thermal Wonderland Park, near Rotorua, on the North Island in New Zealand

The Champagne Pool, New Zealand
The Champagne Pool at the Wai-O-Tapu (Sacred Waters) Thermal Wonderland Park, near Rotorua, on the North Island, in New Zealand

Digital pH measurement

Soil pH meter in a plant pot. A pH meter shows the alkalinity or acidity of a substance. Farmers and gardeners use these meters to assess a soils suitability for different plants

Chloride chemistry

Litmus solution added to acid
Litmus solution being added to an acid. Litmus is an indicator, a chemical that has a different colour depending on whether it is in an acidic or alkaline environment. In acids it is red

Vitamin A (retinoic acid) molecule
Vitamin A. Molecular model of the retinoic acid form of vitamin A. Retinoic acid is one of three forms of vitamin A; the other two are retinol and retinal

Chemistry experiment. Hand pouring vinegar onto baking soda (sodium hydrogen carbonate, NaHCO3). Vinegar is a solution of ethanoic acid (CH3COOH)

German greenweed (Genista germanica)
German greenweed flowers (Genista germanica). This spiny subshrub prefers acidic soil. Photographed in the Massif Central region of France, in May

Marsh cinquefoil (Potentilla palustris), growing on bog surface; in flower, Scotland
ROG-12568 Marsh cinquefoil growing on bog surface; in flower Scotland Potentilla palustris Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Wood sorrel (Oxalis acetosella). Lake Disrict
ROG-12429 Wood sorrel Lake Disrict, UK Oxalis acetosella Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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"Exploring the Acidic Wonders: From Porthgain Lime Workings to Artist Paint Pots" Embark on a captivating journey through the acidic landscapes of West Wales, where remnants of the Porthgain lime workings stand as a testament to human ingenuity. Witness nature's rust treatment in action, as vibrant hues emerge from oxidized surfaces. Venturing further, discover the secrets hidden beneath acid soil, where resilient plants thrive against all odds. Marvel at the fiery intensity of Spicy Hot Red Cayenne Chili Peppers, their tangy flavor mirroring the acidity that defines them. Prepare to be mesmerized by the enchanting Waterfall of Rio Vinagre in Cauca, Colombia. Its cascading waters carry traces of acidity that have shaped its surroundings over centuries. Nature's resilience shines through even in harsh conditions like those found within mountain fern moss. These hardy organisms adapt and flourish amidst an acidic environment that would deter others. Delve into science with molecular models illustrating Formic Acid and Hydrogen Sulphide - compounds known for their distinct acidic properties. Witness how these intricate structures contribute to our understanding of chemistry's fundamental building blocks. Across continents lies Yellowstone National Park's Norris Geyser Basin - a geothermal wonderland fueled by volcanic activity and bubbling hot springs resembling artist paint pots. The vivid colors are born from minerals reacting with acidic thermal waters. Closer to home, Chobham Common N. N. R in Surrey offers a serene pond nestled within heathland habitat. Here, acidity plays its part in shaping this unique ecosystem during August when flora and fauna harmonize under an azure sky. Intriguing and diverse, "acidic" unveils both natural wonders and scientific marvels across various corners of our world – reminding us that even within seemingly inhospitable environments lie beauty and fascination waiting to be explored.