Description
An exciting hands-on activity demonstrating chemical reactions by inflating a balloon using baking soda and vinegar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 balloon (any color)
- 2 tablespoons of baking soda
- 1/4 cup of vinegar
- A funnel (optional, for easier filling)
- A small plastic bottle (empty and clean)
- Food coloring (optional, for added flair)
Instructions
- Gather all materials in one place, ensuring they are clean and ready to use.
- Using the funnel (if necessary), fill the balloon with baking soda, being careful not to overfill.
- Pour the vinegar into the small plastic bottle, optionally adding food coloring for a vibrant reaction.
- Stretch the opening of the balloon over the mouth of the bottle without spilling the baking soda into the vinegar yet.
- Lift the balloon to let the baking soda fall into the vinegar and watch as the balloon inflates from the carbon dioxide gas produced!
Notes
Add glitter for a sparkly effect or experiment with different vinegars for unique reactions. Adult supervision is recommended for younger children.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Activity
- Method: Chemical Reaction
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 balloon
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A