Baking Soda Eruptions
An exciting science experiment that creates a captivating volcanic eruption effect using simple kitchen ingredients, perfect for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2-3 tablespoons Baking soda The main ingredient that will react with vinegar.
- 0.5 cup Vinegar Key reactant for the eruption.
- 1 squirt Dish soap Creates more bubbles and a thicker lava-like consistency.
- Food coloring (optional) Adds color to the eruption.
- A container (like a plastic bottle or cup) Holds the reaction.
- Tray or large surface To catch any overflow.
- 1 spoon or small measuring cup Spoon or small measuring cup Used for transferring baking soda and vinegar.
Instructions
Preparation
- Select a clean and spacious area to conduct the experiment.
- Place your container in the center of the tray to avoid mess.
Creating the Eruption
- Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of baking soda into your container.
- Add a squirt of dish soap to the baking soda.
- If you are using food coloring, add a few drops to the mixture.
- Pour about a half cup of vinegar into a separate measuring cup.
- Slowly pour the vinegar into the container with the baking soda mixture.
- Stand back and observe the mixture fizzing and pouring out, resembling a volcanic eruption.
Cleanup
- Once the eruption is done, simply wipe down the area. The ingredients are safe and can be easily washed away.
Notes
Swap colors, incorporate glitter, change the container shape, and experiment with amounts for varied eruption effects. Document your process with photos or videos and consider themed projects for added fun!