Description
Engage in a fun and educational activity by creating a mini volcano in a jar, demonstrating a colorful chemical reaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- Empty glass jar or plastic container with a lid
- 1–2 tablespoons baking soda
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- Food coloring (optional)
- 1–2 teaspoons dish soap
- Tray or large dish (to catch spills)
- Water (for diluting if desired)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Find a flat surface and cover it with a tray or large dish to catch any overflow. Gather all materials close to your workspace for easy access.
- Assemble Your Volcano: Place the empty jar or container in the center of the tray. This will be your volcano’s “chamber.”
- Add the Baking Soda: Measure 1-2 tablespoons of baking soda and add it to the jar.
- Create Lava Color: If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to the baking soda in the jar.
- Mix the Ingredients: Add 1-2 teaspoons of dish soap to the jar.
- Prepare for Eruption: In a separate container, mix 1/2 cup of vinegar.
- The Grand Eruption: Pour the vinegar mixture into the jar with the baking soda and stand back to watch your mini volcano erupt!
Notes
Try using different food coloring combinations for unique effects. Experiment with added scents or glitter for an extra exciting eruption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Demonstration
- Cuisine: Educational
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eruption
- 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