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Chemistry Science Experiment: Chemical Heat

Have you ever heard of hot ice?  Find out all about how chemicals can create heat in this chemistry science experiment. An experiment about chemistry:  Chemical heat What you will need: Sodium Acetate solution, cooled (it’s easy to make with bicarbonate of soda or baking soda and vinegar) Shallow container What...

Chemistry Science Experiment: The Chemistry of Bread

What is it that makes bread rise?  There’s one way to find out – let’s make some! What you will need: • 3 cups of plain flour • pinch of salt • 1 tablespoon (2 sachets) of dry yeast • 1 tablespoon of sugar • 1 cup of warm water...

Chemistry Science Experiment: Is it soluable?

Investigate which household products are soluble in water, and how easily they dissolve. Monster Sciences Experiment About Chemistry:  Is it soluble? What you will need: •  Clear container eg plastic cup or jar •  A collection of things to test •  A pop stick for stirring •  Water What you...

Chemistry Science Experiment – Make it neutral

Learn how to mix acids and bases and test to see when the solution is neutral. A great way to use the indicator paper you have already made!   What you will need: A jar Vinegar Detergent A stirrer e.g. a pop stick Ready made indicator strips (see experiment Chemistry...

Chemistry Science Experiment C01: Acid or Alkali – Indicator Paper

This experiment requires a little bit of preparation, but it is really worth it to see the look of total surprise and amazement on your student’s face when they watch the indicator change colour on different substances!     Chemistry Science Experiment:  Acid or Alkali – Make your own indicator...