Fizzing Color Experiment
An engaging hands-on science activity that combines basic chemistry with vibrant colors, perfect for children and educational projects.
Ingredients
For the Fizzing Reaction
- 1 cup Baking soda
- 1/2 cup Vinegar Can be swapped with lemon juice or citric acid.
- multiple colors Food coloring Choose a variety of colors.
Equipment
- 1 unit Tray or baking dish To contain spills.
- 1 unit Eye dropper or squeeze bottle For dropping vinegar into baking soda.
- 1 unit Bowl for mixing To mix food coloring with vinegar.
- optional unit Safety goggles Recommended for younger kids.
Instructions
Preparation
- Set up your tray on a flat surface to contain any spills.
- Wear safety goggles for protection, especially for younger kids.
Mixing Ingredients
- Pour 1 cup of baking soda into the tray, spreading it evenly.
- Create small wells using your fingers to hold the vinegar.
- Assign colors and mix drops of food coloring in separate cups with a little vinegar.
Fizzing Action
- Using your dropper or squeeze bottle, release the colored vinegar into each well of baking soda.
- Watch the colorful fizzing and bubbling occur while listening to the delightful sounds!
Experimentation
- Try different combinations of colors or add more vinegar to see how the reaction changes.
Notes
Consider adding a few drops of essential oils to the vinegar for a pleasant aroma. You can explore using different containers to create unique fizzing patterns, and swap out food coloring for natural dyes from fruits or vegetables.