Description
A fun and educational science experiment that demonstrates the reaction between baking soda and vinegar, perfect for kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small funnel
- 1 balloon
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- ½ cup vinegar
- 1 empty plastic bottle (16–20 oz)
- Food coloring (optional)
- Measuring spoons
Instructions
- Prepare the Balloon: Using the funnel, put the baking soda into the balloon. Carefully stretch the balloon’s opening to avoid spills.
- Set Up the Bottle: Pour the vinegar into the plastic bottle. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring.
- Attach the Balloon: Stretch the balloon opening over the top of the bottle without letting the baking soda fall in.
- Begin the Reaction: Lift the balloon to let the baking soda fall into the vinegar and watch it inflate.
- Enjoy the Result: Observe the reaction and discuss the science behind it.
Notes
Customize colors with different food colorings and try using various bottle shapes for unique effects.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Science Experiment
- Method: Experimentation
- 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