Description
An exciting science experiment that demonstrates chemical reactions using baking soda and vinegar, resulting in a balloon inflation effect.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons Baking Soda
- 1/2 cup Vinegar
- 1 medium-sized Balloon
- Funnel (optional)
- 1 empty Plastic bottle (16 oz recommended)
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Balloon: Pour 2 tablespoons of baking soda into the balloon using a funnel.
- Prepare the Bottle: Pour 1/2 cup of vinegar into the plastic bottle and optionally add food coloring.
- Combine Ingredients: Stretch the balloon over the bottle’s neck without letting the baking soda fall in.
- Start the Reaction: Gently lift the balloon to let the baking soda fall into the vinegar and watch it inflate.
- Enjoy the Result: Observe how the carbon dioxide fills the balloon, creating a magical effect.
Notes
Experiment with different sizes of balloons and add essential oils for a scented twist. The materials are safe and easy to clean up.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Science Experiment
- Method: Demonstration
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 experiment
- 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