DIY Lava Lamp Experiment: Easy Density Science for Young Kids
Overview
Teaches density differences between oil and water. Shows gas bubbles and introduces the concept of immiscible liquids.
Why Do This Experiment?
This experiment teaches key concepts in Chemistry.
Materials Needed
- •Clear bottle(1)
- •water(1)
- •vegetable oil(1)
- •food coloring(1)
- •Alka-Seltzer tablets(1)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
1. Fill bottle 1/4 with water
- 2
2. Add oil to fill bottle
- 3
3. Add drops of food coloring
- 4
4. Drop in Alka-Seltzer and watch bubbles rise
The Science Behind It
Teaches density differences between oil and water. Shows gas bubbles and introduces the concept of immiscible liquids.
Learning Outcomes
- ✓Understand basic chemistry concepts
- ✓Develop observation skills
- ✓Learn through hands-on experimentation
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