Description
A fun DIY project that combines science and creativity by creating a glowing monster in a jar using common household ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- Glow-in-the-dark paint or powder
- Mason jar (or similar container)
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Food coloring (optional)
- Glitter (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the baking soda with water and stir until thick but pourable.
- Add the glow-in-the-dark paint or powder according to desired brightness.
- If desired, mix in food coloring and glitter.
- Transfer the mixture into the mason jar, leaving some space at the top.
- In a separate bowl, mix the white vinegar with corn syrup.
- Slowly pour the vinegar mixture into the jar with the baking soda mixture and watch it fizz.
- Allow the reaction to settle, and place it in a dark area to see it glow.
Notes
Customize colors and glow intensity by adjusting food coloring and glow-in-the-dark powder. Experiment with different jars for varied effects.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: DIY Project
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg