Why do oil and water not mix?
Hands-on Activities
What chemistry determines how oil and water behave when mixed? Explore the mixing of oil and water and the density of liquids in this activity.
What is the best way to clean up an oil spill?
Hands-on Activities
Learn about the properties of materials and the challenges of cleaning up an oil spill in this activity.
What happens when acids and bases mix?
Hands-on Activities
Learn about acid-base reactions. Make you own pH indicator and test it with different solutions.
What happens when we mix liquids?
Hands-on Activities
Mix it up! What happens when you mix different liquids? Learn about the properties of liquids as you get mixing.
What are curds and whey?
Hands-on Activities
It starts with curds and whey! Explore the basic chemistry behind making cheese in this hands on activity.
Is there a difference between baking powder and baking soda?
Hands-on Activities
Explore acid-base chemical reactions that really get things bubbling in the kitchen!
How does snot work?
Hands-on Activities
Make some fake snot and explore the function of mucus in this fun activity.
How can I stop bananas from turning brown?
Hands-on Activities
Explore the chemistry behind why bananas turn brown. Can chemistry also help prevent this?
How can you make popcorn kernels dance?
Hands-on Activities
Get your popcorn kernels dancing with this uplifting chemical reaction.
How does detergent work?
Hands-on Activities
Become a pro at washing dishes! Learn how the chemical structure of detergent makes it perfect for attracting grease and grime.