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March 31, 2015 2 min read
So, you know that I like to have fun and that I love to fool my sister, Tracey!
Every April Fools' Day I always have a virtual bag full of tricks to add some . . . umm . . . excitement to the day. Of course, Tracey doesn't always agree that it is exciting, but that is what twin brothers are for, right?
Being the generous guy I am, I would like to share a few of the science tricks I have lined up for tomorrow!
Before I share the fun, I have to add a disclaimer that you (the parent) should be the one doing these activities. Plus, you need to have gloves and protective eye-wear anytime you handle dangerous chemicals like bleach or ammonia. On to the science fun!
Now you see it, now you don't - a classic April Fools' Day science activity. This is a super easy trick that is guaranteed to fool your peeps!
You will need the following:
Here is what you do:
Science-in-the-House:
The bleach oxidizes the color molecules in the juice, which is just a fancy way of saying that the bleach causes the color-making compounds to lose electrons, thus making the color disappear.
Part color-change, part stink-up-the-kitchen - this April Fools' Day science activity requires a bit of preparation, but it is totally worth it!
You will need the following:
Here is what you do:
Science-in-the-House:
Red cabbage juice acts as an indicator of pH, which is a fancy way of saying that it changes color - in the presence of an acid, it can turn pink and in the presence of a base, it can turn bright green. Ammonia is a base, vinegar is an acid.
Happy April Fool's Day!!
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