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October 1, 2019
Fun For the Family | October 2019
October 1, 2019
Using this interactive experiment, your young scientist can measure, mix and watch the bubbles grow! As the yeast feeds on the sugar, a chemical reaction occurs and it releases a gas called carbon dioxide making tiny bubbles. Much like sugar in our mouths creates plaque too, this visual is sure to make a lasting impression. Common ingredients you probably already have in your home make this experiment easy and entertaining.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
2 tsp. yeast
1 cup of warm water
1 Tbsp. sugar
cup
spoon or whisk
WHAT TO DO:
STEP 1
Add yeast to the cup.
STEP 2
Add warm water to the cup and gently stir.
STEP 3
Add sugar to the cup and gently stir again.
STEP 4
Sit back and enjoy the action!
Tips:
• Make sure the water is warm, but not hot; this will properly activate the yeast.
• Do the experiment on a surface that you don’t mind getting wet! It just keeps growing!
• After testing both utensils, the whisk mixes the mixture more thoroughly and produces faster results, so use a whisk if you have one.
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