Description
A hands-on activity that demonstrates chemical reactions using simple household ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 balloon
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda
- 1/2 cup of vinegar
- A plastic bottle (empty, around 16-20 oz)
- Funnel (optional, for easier pouring)
- Protective covering for the area (newspaper or cloth)
Instructions
- Gather all materials on a flat surface, preferably covered for easy cleanup.
- Using a funnel (if you have one), carefully add 1 tablespoon of baking soda into the balloon. Ensure it’s securely attached to the funnel while filling to minimize spills.
- Pour 1/2 cup of vinegar into the plastic bottle, taking care to pour slowly to avoid splashes.
- Carefully stretch the opening of the balloon over the mouth of the bottle without letting the baking soda fall in just yet.
- Once the balloon is securely on the bottle, lift it slightly to allow the baking soda to pour into the vinegar. Watch closely as the reaction occurs; the mixture will fizz and the balloon will begin to inflate!
Notes
Tip: Add a few drops of food coloring to the vinegar for a colorful effect. Experiment with different amounts of baking soda or vinegar for varying reactions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Science Experiment
- Method: Chemical Reaction
- Cuisine: Educational
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 balloon
- 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