Science Experiments for Ages 14-18
Discover age-appropriate experiments for 14-18 years old children across all science subjects.
Water Electrolysis: Splitting H2O into Hydrogen and Oxygen Gas
Demonstrates electrolysis and gas collection. Teaches stoichiometry with 2:1 hydrogen to oxygen ratio.
Flame Test Lab: Identifying Elements by Color Emission Spectroscopy
Teaches atomic emission spectroscopy and element identification. Basis for analytical chemistry techniques.
Electromagnetic Induction Lab: Faraday's Law Experiment
Demonstrates Faraday's Law and Lenz's Law. Foundation of electric generators and transformers.
Drosophila Genetics: Fruit Fly Heredity and Gene Linkage Study
Advanced classical genetics using model organism. Demonstrates gene linkage and recombination.
Spectroscopy: Emission Spectra and Stellar Composition Analysis
Teaches spectroscopy fundamentals used in astronomy. Shows how we determine distant star composition.
Radiometric Dating: Half-Life Simulation for Geological Dating
Demonstrates radioactive decay and isotope dating. Foundation of geological timescale determination.
Atmospheric Pressure: Can Crushing Demonstration of Air Pressure Power
Dramatic demonstration of atmospheric pressure magnitude. Shows 14.7 psi constantly pressing on everything.
Belousov-Zhabotinsky Reaction: Amazing Color Oscillating Chemistry
Advanced reaction kinetics and chemical oscillations. Demonstrates non-equilibrium thermodynamics.
Projectile Motion Analysis: Advanced Kinematics Lab with Video Tracking
Advanced projectile motion and kinematic equations. Digital analysis introduces physics research methods.
Standing Wave Patterns: Wave Interference and Resonance Lab
Teaches wave interference and resonance. Demonstrates harmonic frequencies and wavelength calculation.
Photoelectric Effect: Quantum Physics Experiment with LEDs
Verifies light's particle nature and quantum theory. Nobel Prize-winning experiment demonstrating photons.
Transpiration Rate Measurement: Plant Water Loss Potometer Lab
Quantifies plant water metabolism. Shows environmental factors affecting transpiration.
Cellular Respiration Rate: Yeast Metabolism and Q10 Temperature Coefficient
Quantifies cellular respiration and enzyme kinetics. Demonstrates temperature's effect on biochemical reactions.
Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium: Population Genetics Simulation Lab
Teaches population genetics and evolution. Demonstrates genetic equilibrium conditions.
Thermite Reaction Demonstration: Extreme Exothermic Chemistry Experiment
Advanced oxidation-reduction producing molten iron. Used in welding and demonstrates extreme exothermic reactions.
Nylon Rope Trick: Interfacial Polymerization Experiment
Demonstrates condensation polymerization and nylon formation. Classic demonstration of polymer synthesis.
Gyroscope Precession: Angular Momentum Physics Demonstration
Advanced rigid body mechanics and angular momentum. Counter-intuitive demonstration of gyroscopic forces.
DNA Gel Electrophoresis: Molecular Biology Lab Technique
Core molecular biology technique for DNA analysis. Used in forensics, genetics research, medical diagnostics.
Seismic Wave Analysis: P-Waves and S-Waves Using Slinky Model
Advanced seismology: wave types and Earth structure investigation. Shows how we know Earth's interior.
Ocean Currents: Thermohaline Circulation and Climate Regulation
Demonstrates ocean circulation drivers. Shows oceans' critical role in global climate regulation.
Learning Science at Ages 14-18
At 14-18 years years old, children are naturally curious about the world around them. Our experiments for this age group are carefully selected to match their developmental stage, attention span, and safety requirements. Each experiment helps build scientific literacy, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love of learning.