Description
An engaging science experiment illustrating buoyancy and chemical reactions using rice and household ingredients, perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of uncooked rice
- 2 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of vinegar
- A clear glass or plastic container
- Food coloring (optional)
- A stirring stick or spoon
Instructions
- Measure out 1 cup of uncooked rice and rinse under cold water.
- In a clear container, mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda with 2 cups of water and add food coloring if desired.
- Carefully add the rinsed rice to the container.
- Slowly add 1 teaspoon of vinegar to witness the rice dance as the chemical reaction occurs.
Notes
Experiment with different food colors, ingredient substitutions, and observe variations in reactions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Educational Activity
- Method: Experimentation
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 group
- 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