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Fireworks in a Jar

A delightful and educational science experiment that creates colorful explosions in jars, perfect for family fun and engagement.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 3 jars
Course: Activity, Science Experiment
Cuisine: Fun
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 jars Glass jars Clean and dry before use.
  • 1 cup Baking soda Use enough to cover the bottom of each jar.
  • various drops Food coloring Mix and match to create your own color palette.
  • 1 cup Vinegar Consider using warm vinegar for a better reaction.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grab 3 glass jars and put a little bit of baking soda at the bottom of each.
  2. Stir in food coloring into the baking soda in each of the jars.
  3. Slowly pour vinegar into each jar and watch the reaction. Enjoy the visual effect.

Notes

Keep an eye on younger children to ensure they don’t spill or consume any ingredients. Use a funnel to pour vinegar to avoid spills.