Description
A fun and colorful science activity that kids and adults can enjoy together, exploring chemical reactions while creating a vibrant lava lamp.
Ingredients
- 1 clear bottle with a tight-fitting lid
- Vegetable oil or baby oil
- Water
- Food coloring in rainbow colors
- Pop Rocks (any flavor)
- Glitter (optional)
- Alka Seltzer tablets (optional)
- Funnel (optional)
Instructions
- Fill the clear bottle about 3/4 full with vegetable oil or baby oil.
- Pour water into the bottle, leaving a small gap at the top.
- Add food coloring drop by drop to create a beautiful rainbow effect.
- If you like, sprinkle in some glitter for extra sparkle.
- Break an Alka Seltzer tablet into small pieces and drop them into the bottle for a fizzy reaction.
- Add a handful of Pop Rocks on top to make a fun popping noise.
- Seal the bottle tightly with the lid.
- Shake gently and watch the colorful bubbles rise and fall like lava!
Notes
Use a funnel when pouring to avoid spills. Experiment with colors for unique designs, and ensure the bottle is clean for the best visual effect.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American