Physical Science: Liquids and solids

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.

Learn about the properties of materials and the challenges of cleaning up an oil spill in this activity.

Mix it up! What happens when you mix different liquids? Learn about the properties of liquids as you get mixing.

Students develop and apply observing, comparing & contrasting and predicting skills as they explore the properties of common liquids and solids.

Students investigate the properties of a variety of everyday solids (powders) and liquids to determine the identity of an unknown solid (mystery powder).

Make some goop that has the properties of a liquid and a solid.

Discover how to use some common kitchen ingredients to make glue.

Students will work collaboratively to design and build a dam that holds back a given volume of water for a certain time.

Do you like butter? Find out how easy it is to make!