Description
An exciting and visually stunning science experiment that creates a colorful, foamy eruption, perfect for educational fun.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup Hydrogen Peroxide (3% solution)
- 1 packet Instant Yeast
- 3 tablespoons warm water
- Dish soap (liquid)
- Food coloring (various colors)
- 1 empty, clean Plastic bottle
- Baking tray or plastic sheet
- Gloves (optional)
- Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing a flat surface and laying down a baking tray or plastic sheet to catch the foam. Wear gloves if preferred.
- In a small bowl, combine the yeast with warm water and stir until dissolved.
- In the plastic bottle, pour in hydrogen peroxide and add a squirt of dish soap, mixing gently.
- Add a few drops of food coloring for visual appeal.
- Carefully pour the yeast mixture into the bottle with the hydrogen peroxide solution and stand back to watch the foam erupt!
- Clean up by disposing of materials safely. The foam will eventually dissipate.
Notes
Customize colors and scents for unique results, and consider adding edible glitter for extra sparkle.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Science Experiment
- Method: N/A
- 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