Magic Milk Experiment
A delightful and visually captivating science activity that merges art with learning through colorful swirls and patterns created with milk and soap.
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 cup Whole milk or 2% milk Can substitute with skim, almond, or soy milk.
- 5 drops Food coloring Various colors.
- 1 tablespoon Dish soap (liquid) Use a small amount to start.
- 1 piece Shallow dish or plate For containing the milk and colors.
- 1 piece Cotton swabs or pipettes To add soap to the milk.
- 1 optional Toothpick For swirling patterns.
- 1 roll Paper towels For cleanup.
Instructions
Preparation
- Clear a flat surface and gather all your materials.
- Place the shallow dish or plate on the surface.
Experiment Steps
- Pour enough milk into the dish to cover the bottom (about 1/2 inch). Observe the milk's texture and surface.
- Drop several different colors of food coloring into the milk, spacing the drops apart to allow for swirling.
- Dip a cotton swab or pipette into the dish soap. Gently touch the tip of the swab to the surface of the milk in the center of the colors and watch as the colors begin to swirl and dance.
- Use a toothpick to swirl the colors further or create shapes. Experiment with adding more soap or moving your swab to different areas.
- Use paper towels to wipe away any spills and dispose of your materials responsibly.
Notes
Try different types of milk and color combinations for unique effects. Adding glitter can create a sparkly effect! Document observations and measure time of color vibrancy.