What is dry cooking or dry whipping crack cocaine?

Dry cooking, or dry whipping, crack cocaine refers to a method of converting powdered cocaine into its solid form, crack cocaine, without using water. This process typically involves mixing powdered cocaine with a substance like baking soda and then heating it, allowing the mixture to form solid "rocks" as it cools. The term "dry" emphasizes the absence of water in this conversion process, which distinguishes it from other methods that may involve liquid solvents. This method is often considered more straightforward and faster than traditional wet cooking techniques.