Description
A fun and visually striking science project that creates a bubbly eruption of foam, resembling a giant squirt of toothpaste. Perfect for kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide (6% or higher)
- 1 tablespoon dish soap
- 1 packet of active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons warm water
- Food coloring (optional)
- A clean plastic bottle or container
- A tray or baking sheet (to catch the overflow)
- Safety goggles (for safety)
Instructions
- Gather All Materials: Lay out the plastic bottle, hydrogen peroxide, dish soap, yeast, warm water, and food coloring on a tray to avoid mess.
- Combine the Yeast and Water: In a small bowl, mix the active dry yeast with 3 tablespoons of warm water. Stir gently and set aside for about 5 minutes to activate.
- Prepare the Main Mixture: In the plastic bottle, pour in 1/2 cup of hydrogen peroxide.
- Add Dish Soap: Squeeze in 1 tablespoon of dish soap and swirl the bottle gently to combine.
- Add Color: If desired, drop in a few drops of food coloring into the bottle.
- Activate the Reaction: Pour the yeast mixture into the bottle with the hydrogen peroxide mixture.
- Watch the Magic Happen: Step back and observe as the foam spurts out of the bottle—like a giant toothpaste tube!
Notes
Use different food colorings for vibrant rainbow foam. You can also add essential oils for a scented experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Science Experiment
- Method: Mixing and Reaction
- Cuisine: N/A