Description
A captivating science experiment that blends art and education by creating a colorful melting rainbow effect through diffusion and chemical reactions.
Ingredients
- White paper or canvas
- Washable or permanent markers
- Baking soda
- Vinegar
- Tray or shallow dish
- Pipette or dropper
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Small cups for mixing
- Water
Instructions
- Create a rainbow design on the white paper or canvas using markers.
- Mix equal parts of baking soda and water in small cups to form a paste and add food coloring.
- Pour a small amount of vinegar into a tray to create a shallow pool.
- Using a pipette, squirt the colored baking soda mixtures onto the vinegar.
- Observe the fizzing reaction as the colors spread out, creating a melting effect.
Notes
Try different types of paper to see how it affects the outcome. You can swap baking soda for cornstarch for different reactions. Consider adding glitter for extra fun.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Science Experiment
- Method: Hands-on Activity
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 experiment
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg